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Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers

August 24, 2020 By Patricia 44 Comments

Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers should be on your menu for grilling season. The spiciness paired with the sweet coconut flavor is a perfect match. I should mention that this is a super-easy dish to make. It’s perfect anytime!

 

Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers are so easy to make! You'll love this recipe because it's big on flavor!

For me, it’s not even close to the end of summer. My grill will be going for months here in Phoenix, and I know you’ve probably got plenty of grill time left, too. So don’t wave goodbye to the season before you make these Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers.

Craving coconut in another form? Give my Coconut-Lime White Chocolate Chip Cookies a try!

I was lucky that this shrimp dish came to mind when I couldn’t think of too many other things to make for dinner. I’ve had so much chicken lately — not that there’s anything wrong with that — and I was looking for something a little different, but still easy to make.

Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers are so easy to make, and they're big on flavor! You'll love this shrimp dish!

This recipe came together so quickly and took even less time to cook. Bing, bang, dinner!

If you can’t get enough of grilled chicken, you should try this Jerk Chicken recipe. It’s b-i-g on flavor! 

Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers are one of summer's best grilling recipes! This dish is easy to make and big on flavor!

Another tasty chicken option is this Grilled Chicken with Cherry-Chile Sauce recipe. I love the addition of cherries. 

What’s your favorite thing to grill in the summer? We probably grill four nights a week and we grill all sorts of stuff, from flatbreads to salmon to dessert. I mean, who wants a hot kitchen on a warm summer night?

Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers are one of summer's best dishes! It's packed with flavor and easy to make, too!

Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers

These Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers are super-tasty. I usually always have coconut milk in the pantry and limes and cilantro in the fridge. Oh, and chili garlic sauce —ALWAYS!

If you don’t have chili garlic sauce on hand, no worries. Just use your favorite hot sauce and two cloves of minced garlic.

Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers make a fabulous meal. They're perfect to make during grilling season!

Don’t skip out on this dish before the summer’s over! Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers will make dinner a welcome treat.

Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers are one of summer grilling season's stars! Big flavor and little fuss make this dish a winner!

Nutrition

Calories

153 cal

Fat

16 g

Carbs

3 g

Protein

2 g
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Serves Serves 4

Grilled Spicy Coconut-Lime Shrimp Skewers
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Ingredients

  • 20 large shrimp with tails on
  • 10 ounces coconut milk
  • Juice from one small lime
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2-3 tablespoons shredded sweetened coconut
  • Lime slices and fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the coconut milk, lime juice, chili garlic sauce, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Whisk to combine.
  2. Add the mixture to a shallow container, or a large zippered baggie, and add the shrimp. Make sure the liquid covers all the shrimp.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, to an hour.
  4. Discard the liquid and thread the shrimp onto metal skewers.
  5. Grill the skewers on medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, turning once.
  6. Add the skewers to a platter and when the shrimp is still warm, sprinkle the shredded coconut over the shrimp.
  7. Garnish with the lime and cilantro.
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Comments

  1. Denay DeGuzman says

    August 16, 2017 at 2:44 pm

    This is the perfect recipe for summer grilling. This weekend I'm hosting a small family BBQ, and while not everyone eats red meat - everyone loves shrimp. This recipe's a keeper!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:25 pm

      Thanks so much, Denay! Hope you're able to give this a try, and enjoy!
      Reply
  2. Kelli @ Hungry Hobby says

    August 16, 2017 at 3:54 pm

    These look absolutely delicious, I'll take shrimp skewers any day!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:24 pm

      Thanks very much, Kelli!
      Reply
  3. Jolina says

    August 16, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    This dish looks gorgeous! Very summery. And I do love everything with coconut. And yes, let's not wave goodbye to summer just yet! We got weeks to go :) Hope you're having a wonderful one!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:24 pm

      Thanks so much, Jolina! I'm with you...so much summer left :)
      Reply
  4. Vanessa @ {nifty thrifty things} says

    August 16, 2017 at 7:33 pm

    Oh my, these shrimp skewers are mouthwatering! Thank you so much for sharing the recipe and th de beautiful pictures!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:23 pm

      Thanks so much for your kind words, Vanessa!
      Reply
  5. Leah says

    August 16, 2017 at 10:12 pm

    These skewers sound so good! I think this is just a fantastic idea, and I can't wait to try it!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:23 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Leah! Hope you like it!
      Reply
  6. Jen says

    August 16, 2017 at 11:26 pm

    I love changing up our grill night with a shrimp dish and this one looks delicious! I love the citrus with the spice flavor combination!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:22 pm

      Thanks, Jen! I love grilling pretty much everything!
      Reply
  7. Dee says

    August 16, 2017 at 11:27 pm

    I am totally craving some of this shrimp right now -- looks amazing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:22 pm

      So yummy! Thanks, Dee!
      Reply
  8. Maggie Unzueta says

    August 16, 2017 at 11:34 pm

    Yum! Yum! I would this on my dinner plate tonight.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:22 pm

      Thanks so much, Maggie!
      Reply
  9. Cait Weingartner says

    August 17, 2017 at 8:57 am

    You always feature the most delicious looking meals on your site, and this one is no exception! Grilled shrimp, lime, and coconut sounds like an amazing flavor combination. This is a definite must try before the end of summer.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:22 pm

      Thanks so much for your kind words, Cait! I hope you try this one -- so easy to make and so flavorful!
      Reply
  10. Allysin says

    August 17, 2017 at 11:44 am

    Yummmm! I love shrimp with lime so this looks right up my alley!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:21 pm

      Thanks, Allysin! It's so easy to put together, too!
      Reply
  11. Lauren says

    August 17, 2017 at 2:22 pm

    I love shrimp and I love them grilled! Coconut and lime seem like the perfect combo! Lauren http://www.basicbabelauren.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:21 pm

      Thanks so much, Lauren! Yes, a great combo, for sure!
      Reply
  12. Krista says

    August 17, 2017 at 6:22 pm

    These look so good! I need to break the grill out again tonight now!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:20 pm

      Yes! This is an easy one to make, too!
      Reply
  13. Amy @ Little Dairy on the Prairie says

    August 18, 2017 at 12:04 pm

    Grilled and spicy go together so well in my book! These look great!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:20 pm

      Me, too! Thanks so much, Amy!
      Reply
  14. Cathy @ Lemon Tree Dwelling says

    August 21, 2017 at 3:23 pm

    Yum! These flavors sound so inviting!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:13 pm

      Thanks a bunch, Cathy!
      Reply
  15. Inzamam ul haq says

    August 29, 2017 at 9:44 am

    This was a great dish. Grilled spicy coconut lime shirmp is my favorite dish.I loved your way of cooking.Its taste so yummy and delicious.Before this i made Punjabi Yakhni Pulao From one of the best cooking websites.Sharing a link of Punjabi Yakhni Pulaowith you: ( http://howprices.com/punjabi-yakhni-pulao-recipe/ ). Video Tutorial also available for cooking.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 10, 2017 at 2:01 am

      Thanks for the kind words, and for sharing the last recipe! Cheers!
      Reply
  16. Mimi says

    August 24, 2020 at 9:21 am

    Such a yummy summer idea, I love anything with coconut and lime!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:39 pm

      You'll like these, then!
      Reply
  17. jenna says

    August 24, 2020 at 9:33 am

    These look incredible! I've been wanting to grill some shrimp on skewers. So tasty to use coconut milk
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:38 pm

      Hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  18. bella says

    August 24, 2020 at 10:07 am

    Oh my gosh this looks so tasty!!! I love shrimp and prawns. Me and my boyfriend go out every other Friday and go fishing and catch prawns it pretty fun! https://xoxobella.com/
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:38 pm

      Thank you, Bella! That sounds really fun!
      Reply
  19. Amber Myers says

    August 24, 2020 at 10:32 am

    My kids would love this. They are all about shrimp. It sounds like a great flavor.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:37 pm

      Awesome, Amber! Hope they enjoy!
      Reply
  20. Sharon says

    August 25, 2020 at 6:01 am

    These grilled skewers are iving me some serious summertime dinner vibes! I love that the chili sauce on it.
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:37 pm

      :) Thanks very much!
      Reply
  21. Shayla Marie says

    August 25, 2020 at 8:22 am

    I need to make these for my daughter and my brother, they love shrimp and these look so lovely and good!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:37 pm

      Thanks! I hope everyone enjoys this dish!
      Reply
  22. Deborah Brooks says

    August 25, 2020 at 10:28 am

    My husband would really love this combination!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      September 5, 2020 at 12:36 pm

      That's awesome! :)
      Reply

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Growing up surrounded by my Italian family it was always, "grab a plate" whenever anyone came to visit. Food was always a celebration, even everyday meals, and I like it that way. I try to make each meal memorable with my recipes for mainly meatless, mostly healthy, and easy-to-make dishes (with sweet treats in between).

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