Spiced Moroccan Style Shrimp Recipes

SPICED MOROCCAN-STYLE SHRIMP

Steps:

• Stir coriander, cumin and turmeric in small skillet over medium heat until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Transfer to processor. Add red peppers, onion, chilies and garlic. Blend to form smooth paste. Mix in honey, lime juice and peel. With machine running, gradually blend in 1/4 cup oil. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Cover; chill overnight.
• Thread 1 shrimp and 1 pineapple cube onto each skewer. Brush with 3 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover; chill.) Preheat broiler. Arrange skewers in single layer on 3 baking sheets. Working in batches, broil until shrimp are almost cooked through, turning once, about 2 minutes per side. Brush shrimp and pineapple with some red pepper sauce. Broil 1 minute longer.
• Arrange skewers on platter. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with limes and remaining sauce.

MOROCCAN SPICY SHRIMP

Steps:

• Salt the shrimp well and set aside for 10 minutes.
• Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes, then add the garlic. Turn the heat down to medium and sauté the garlic for 1 to 3 minutes, don't let it burn.
• Add all the ground spices and stir well to combine. Cook this, stirring often, for 2 minutes.
• Turn the heat up to high and add the shrimp. Stir to combine and cook, stirring constantly, until the shrimp turn pink. This shouldn't take more than 4 to 5 minutes.
• Turn off the heat, add the lemon juice and toss to combine. Serve at once.