Shrimp Kabobs

Shrimp is a hugely popular item at any tailgate. They are easy to grill and hold up without falling apart. Serve up these shrimp kabobs and you'll be sure to have a group of happy tailgaters.

Time Required: 30-60 minutes prep time, depending on shrimp-peeling skills, plus about an hour of optional marinating

Skill Required: Minimal skills needed

Ingredients:

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Enough raw shrimp to feed your guests. Buy large shrimp that are about 16-24 per pound for best results
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Teriyaki sauce, jerk sauce, or any other sauce, or even just butter
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Cocktail sauce (mix horseradish and ketchup for a simple version)
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Bamboo skewers

Steps:

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Soak the skewers; this allows them to expand and makes it easier to get the shrimp off when eating
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Peel your shrimp, leaving the tails on
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Marinate the shrimp in the sauce of your choice for an hour or so. Teriyaki and jerk sauces are popular favorites. You can also go with plain shrimp and brush butter and barbecue sauce on them while grilling
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Skewer the shrimp and head for the tailgate or refrigerate overnight
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JRT TRANSPORTATION TIP: Use a Tupperware container that is long enough to fit your skewers, or cut them if necessary. This is much better than using a plate covered with plastic wrap or foil, which can and will spill the marinade in your car on the way to the tailgate
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At the tailgate, grill the kabobs until the shrimp is cooked through. Brush with melted butter and barbecue sauce if desired (this is best if no marinate was used)
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Serve with cocktail sauce