Calypso Shrimp Skewers


You'll enjoy these succulent and delicious shrimp at your next party. Look for salt-cured prosciutto in gourmet and italian markets and large supermarkets. Courtesy of better homes prizewinning recipes!!

Steps


Cut prosciutto into 1 / 2 inch wide by 7 inch long strips.
Soak thirty 6-inch skewers in water for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile , in a shallow dish combine honey and ginger and set aside.
In another shallow dish combine peanuts and coconut and set aside.
Drain skewers.
Thread shrimp lengthwise on skewers at tail end until they are straight.
Brush each shrimp with honey mixture.
Roll in coconut mixture wrap a piece of prosciutto around each shrimp.
If grilling , cook shrimp until opaque.
If cooking in oven , preheat to 375 degrees and bake 4 to 6 minutes.
Stir together crme frache , lime peel , and enough lime juice to make the desired consistency.

Ingredients


honey, fresh ginger, shredded coconut, peanuts, medium shrimp, prosciutto, creme fraiche, lime peel, lime juice