Ingredients

  • 24 jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • 8 wooden skewers, soaked in water 20 minutes
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup tamarind paste (found in Asian markets)
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1-2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Method

  • Heat grill on high. Thread 3 shrimp on each skewer; season with salt and pepper. Dipping sauce: Mix remaining ingredients in a bowl. Grill shrimp until cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Serve with dipping sauce on the side.