Friday, February 27, 2009

Shrimp On The Barbie

If you like Outback's version....check this out!

½ cup butter, melted
½ cup olive oil
½ cup minced fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, cilantro)
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tbsp minced shallot
salt
fresh ground pepper
1 ½ lbs medium to large shrimp (unpeeled)

For dipping sauce :
2 cups mayonnaise
2 cups sour cream
½ cup tomato chili sauce
½ tspn cayenne pepper

1. Combine all ingredients except the shrimp.
2. Add the shrimp and mix.
3. Marinate at room temperature for one hour, stirring occasionally.
4. Prepare barbecue with medium-hot coals.
5. Skewer the shrimp.
6. Grill until opaque (about 2 minutes per side).
7. For the sauce: Combine sauce ingredients and mix well. Chill.

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