Spicy Grilled Shrimp
Spicy Grilled Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the smoky taste of grilled shrimp with the heat of Korean spices, making it a perfect low-carb option for BBQ lovers. This dish is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it ideal for a weeknight dinner.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Korean
220 kcal
Ingredients
- Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 400 grams
- Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
- Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
- Brown sugar (or erythritol for low-carb) - 1 teaspoon
- Green onions (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
- Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
- Lemon (for serving) - 1
Steps
- In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and brown sugar; stir until well mixed.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly; let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp.
- Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn opaque and have nice grill marks.
- Remove the shrimp from the grill and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Cholesterol: 180 mg
- Total Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Water: 0.4 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
Tags
KoreanLow CarbBBQ