Recipe: Asian Honey-Tea Grilled Shrimp

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From: Nancy,.SanFran

Asian Honey-Tea Grilled Shrimp
Source: National Honey Board November 26, 2000 / The Orange County Register
Serving Size : 8

1 cup brewed double-strength orange spice tea -- cooled
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon peeled, finely chopped fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
Salt
2 green onions, thinly sliced

1. Prepare marinade: In plastic bag, combine tea, honey, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger and pepper. Remove 1/2 cup marinade; set aside for dipping sauce. Add shrimp to marinade remaining in plastic bag, turning to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes or up to 12 hours.

2. Remove shrimp from marinade; discard marinade. Thread shrimp onto 8 skewers, dividing evenly. Grill over medium hot coals 4-6 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and are just firm to the touch, turning once. Season with salt, to taste.

3. Meanwhile, prepare dipping sauce: Place reserved 1/2 cup marinade in small saucepan. Bring to boil over medium-high heat. Boil 3-5 minutes or until slightly reduced. Stir in green onions.