Rum and Brown Sugar–Glazed Shrimp Recipe
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The colors and flavors of this rum and brown sugar-glazed shrimp will have guests or your family oohing and ahhing. It's a tropical twist on the usual grilled shrimp that's sure to please even the stodgiest of crowds.
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Ingredients:
| 1/2 cup | lime juice, fresh squeezed |
| 1/2 cup | dark rum |
| 3 tablespoons | dark brown sugar |
| 1 1/2 teaspoons | cornstarch, mixed with 1 tablespoon water |
| 28 | large shrimp, peeled and deveined |
| 1 cup | pineapple chunks |
| 1 cup | mango, large chunks |
| vegetable oil, for oiling grates |
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In a small sauce pot, combine the lime juice, rum and sugar and bring to a simmer, then reduce heat. Add the the cornstarch mixed with water and bring back to a simmer, while continuously whisking. Skewer the shrimp, alternating with the mango and pineapples. Season with salt and pepper. Brush heavily with the glaze. Place the skewers on a medium high grill, for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp are cooked through. Serve as skewers or over top of salad greens.
Source: foodrepublic.com
