Spicy Skewered Shrimp With Grilled Watermelon

Spicy Skewered Shrimp With Grilled Watermelon

If you don't have metal skewers, use wooden ones that have been soaked in water for 1 hour.

2 tablespoons hot paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined ( about 36 shrimp )
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 seedless watermelon, cut into quarters, then sliced into 1-inch-thickwedges
1/2 cup sugar

1. In a large bowl, combine paprika, cayenne, and salt. Add shrimp and toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.

2. Heat grill to medium-high. Divide shrimp among skewers, about 3 to each skewer. Brush with olive oil and grill 3 to 4 minutes each side, until pink and opaque.

3. Sprinkle one side of each watermelon wedge with sugar and place on the grill, sweetened side down, until sugar caramelizes, about 3 minutes ( do not flip ). Remove from grill. Top with skewered shrimp before serving. Makes 4 servings.

Source: The Oprah Magazine