Grilled Shrimp with Turmeric Mojo Sauce

Name: Grilled Shrimp with Turmeric Mojo Sauce
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cloves garlic cloves; 2 whole habanero chiles; 1 piece ginger; ⅓ cup fresh lime juice; ⅓ cup fresh orange juice; 1 Tbsp sugar; 2 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar; ½ tsp ground turmeric; ⅓ cup vegetable oil; 1 to taste Kosher salt; 1½ lb large shrimp; 2 cups cooked white rice; 1 to taste flaky sea salt

Succulent grilled shrimp coated in a vibrant citrus-turmeric sauce with hints of habanero chile and ginger. This bright and flavorful dish combines Cuban mojo sauce elements with Asian-inspired turmeric for a unique fusion experience.

4 servings

20 min

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•6 cloves garlic cloves
•2 whole habanero chiles
•1 piece ginger
•⅓ cup fresh lime juice
•⅓ cup fresh orange juice
•1 Tbsp sugar
•2 tsp unseasoned rice vinegar
•½ tsp ground turmeric
•⅓ cup vegetable oil
•1 to taste Kosher salt
•1½ lb large shrimp
•2 cups cooked white rice
•1 to taste flaky sea salt

Cooking Instructions

1.
Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Pulse garlic, chiles, ginger, lime juice, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, and turmeric in a food processor until combined and almost smooth. With the motor running, gradually stream in 1/3 cup oil and process until emulsified.
10 min
2.
Pour half of the sauce into a small bowl; season with kosher salt. Set aside for serving. Transfer remaining sauce to a medium bowl and add shrimp. Season with kosher salt and toss to coat.
5 min
3.
Clean and oil grate, then immediately arrange shrimp on grill. Grill until bright pink and lightly charred, about 1 minute per side. Divide shrimp among bowls. Spoon reserved sauce over; sprinkle with sea salt. Serve with rice if desired.
5 min