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Smoky Sweet Chili Shrimp Skewers

Name: Smoky Sweet Chili Shrimp Skewers
Cook time: 65 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup sweet chili sauce, such as mae ploy divided, plus 2 tablespoons, divided; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 ½ teaspoons liquid smoke; 2 cloves garlic, grated; 1 red bell pepper, cut into 16 1 in (2 cm) pieces; 1 medium red onion, cut in to 1 in (2 cm) pieces; 16 large shrimps, peeled, deveined, and tails removed; 1 large mango, peeled and cut into 16 1-inch (2 cm) pieces; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, for garnish; Lime wedge, for serving; wooden skewer, 10 in (25 cm)

By Tasty1 hr 5 min4 servings

These sweet and savory shrimp skewers are layered with mango, red pepper, and red onion.

Instructions

1
Soak the wooden skewers in cold water for at least 30 minutes before using.
2
Arrange one rack in the center and one rack in the upper third of the oven. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
3
Make the sauce: Add ¼ cup (60 ml) sweet chili sauce, the honey, soy sauce, lime juice, liquid smoke, and garlic to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
4
Build the skewers: Onto each wooden skewer, thread 1 piece of bell pepper, 2–3 pieces of red onion, 1 shrimp, and 1 piece of mango. Repeat to make a second layer. Continue with the remaining ingredients and skewers.
5
Arrange the skewers on a rimmed baking sheet and season on both sides with the salt and pepper. Brush both sides of the skewers with the smoky sweet chili sauce.
6
Transfer to the center oven rack and bake for 5 minutes. Turn the oven to broil and move the pan to the upper rack. Broil for 3–5 minutes, until lightly charred in spots.
7
Remove the skewers from the oven and brush with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sweet chili sauce. Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with the cilantro, and serve with lime wedges alongside.
8
Enjoy!