Molasses-Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Molasses-Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers feature plump shrimp lacquered in a glossy, caramel-sweet glaze with hints of lemon, garlic, and warm spices. The light heat from chili powder balances brown sugar and honey, while basil adds a fresh finish. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, these skewers deliver a sticky, char-kissed bite in every mouthful.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook6 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Molasses-Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 18 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 5 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 37
- Heart Health
- 44
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 36
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large bowl, mix together brown sugar, lemon juice, molasses, basil, vegetable oil, mustard, honey, clove, ranch dressing, chili powder, and garlic. Add the shrimp and toss to coat, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours. Meanwhile, soak wooden skewers in hot water to keep them from burning on the grill.
- 2
Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 3
Thread the shrimp tightly onto skewers. Grill on the top rack for about 4 minutes, or until the shrimp turns pink on one side. Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2 to 4 minutes, or until no grey remains. Use a fork to slide the shrimp off the skewers.
- Calories 453.05 kcal High 23%
- Protein 40.59 g Good Source 81%
- Carbohydrate 62.33 g 23%
- Total Fat 6.0 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 0.56 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 292.87 mg High 98%
- Sodium 900.77 mg High 39%
- Dietary Fiber 0.03 g Low Source 0%
- Total Sugars 61.06 g --
- Added Sugars 0.06 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 267.7 mg Good Source 21%
- Iron 1.99 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 997.1 mg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin A 1.87 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.25 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.22 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Mustard
About This Recipe
Molasses Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers is made with 12 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 21 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Chili Powder, Fresh Basil, and Ground Cloves. Each serving provides about 453.05 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Molasses-Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Chili Powder, Fresh Basil, Ground Cloves, Honey. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Molasses-Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers?
- About 21 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 6 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 453.05 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Molasses-Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Molasses-Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers healthy?
- Molasses-Glazed Grilled Shrimp Skewers has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 453.05 calories and 40.59 g of protein, or 81% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 900.77 mg (39% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk and Mustard, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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