Shrimp Lollipops with Pineapple Chili Dipping Sauce

INGREDIENTS

• For the Lollipops
• 8 Callisons Ginger Mango Seasoned Skewers (appetizer size)
• 8 ounces raw shrimp meat
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 egg white
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
• Pineapple Chili Dipping Sauce
• 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple
• 1/3 cup Asian sweet chili sauce
• Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

DIRECTIONS

1. In a food processor fitted with a steel blade, add the shrimp meat, ginger, garlic, cilantro and soy sauce. In a small bowl, combine egg white and corn starch and whisk until frothy then add to the shrimp mixture. Pulse until chopped well. Cover and refrigerate mixture for 30 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, make the Pineapple Chili Dipping Sauce; in a small bowl, combine chopped pineapple and chili sauce. Set aside.
3. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
4. To form and serve lollipops: for each skewer, form about 1 1/2 tablespoons of chilled shrimp mixture around the tip of each skewer forming a slightly oval shape. Place onto a lightly oiled baking sheet with sides not touching. Bake in preheated oven for about 10 to 12 minutes or until cooked through.
5. Serve lollipops with the dipping sauce and garnish with chopped cilantro.

Marinated Grilled Shrimp

INGREDIENTS

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• skewers

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large bowl, stir together the garlic, olive oil, tomato sauce, and red wine vinegar. Season with basil, salt, and cayenne pepper. Add shrimp to the bowl, and stir until evenly coated. Cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, stirring once or twice.
2. Preheat grill for medium heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. Discard marinade.
3. Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp on preheated grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until opaque.