Grilled Shrimp with Daikon
Prep
20 mins
Cook
12 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners because it comes together in under half an hour. Sweet and tender shrimp pairs beautifully with crispy grilled daikon, a cruciferous vegetable packed with vitamin C and antioxidants that support immune health. The combination of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic creates an irresistible umami flavor that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen, but honestly, the whole thing cooks in just twelve minutes. It's simple enough for a busy Tuesday but impressive enough to serve to guests.
Ella x
Ingredients
- ¾ kglarge shrimp(peeled and deveined)
- 1 wholedaikon radish(spiralized or julienned into thin noodles)
- 3 tablespoonssoy sauce
- 2 tablespoonsfresh ginger(minced)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 tablespoonssesame oil
- 1 tablespoonrice vinegar
- 1 tablespoonhoney
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil(for grilling)
- 2green onions(chopped)
- 1 tablespoonsesame seeds(white and black mix)
- ½ teaspoonred chili flakes(optional)
- 1lime(for serving)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Combine soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and honey in a small bowl to create the glaze. Stir well until honey dissolves completely.
Tip: Make the glaze while preparing the shrimp so flavors have time to meld.
- 2
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and place in a shallow dish. Pour half the glaze over the shrimp and gently toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
Tip: Don't marinate too long or the delicate shrimp texture will become mushy.
- 3
Prepare the daikon noodles using a spiralizer or mandoline slicer, creating thin strands. Spread on a serving platter and set aside.
Tip: Daikon noodles can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- 4
Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates with olive oil using a brush or folded paper towel.
Tip: A hot grill creates beautiful char marks while keeping shrimp tender inside.
- 5
Grill the marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque with light char marks. Avoid moving them too frequently on the grill.
Tip: Shrimp cooks very quickly, so watch carefully to prevent overcooking.
- 6
Remove the shrimp from the grill and arrange them over the daikon noodles while still warm.
Tip: Warm shrimp will slightly soften the raw daikon noodles, creating a pleasant textural contrast.
- 7
Drizzle the remaining glaze evenly over the shrimp and daikon. Garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and red chili flakes if desired.
Tip: Reserve some glaze for drizzling rather than using it all for marinating.
- 8
Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side for diners to squeeze over their portions.
Tip: A squeeze of fresh lime juice brightens all the flavors just before eating.
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