Grilled Shrimp with Aioli Sauce

Step 1

In a large heatproof nonstick bowl, combine salt, dried red chilies, garlic, sugar, and boiling water. Stir well until salt and sugar are dissolved.

Step 2

Add cold water and vinegar. Stir well again.

Step 3

Add enough ice cubes to chill the mixture thoroughly. Place shrimp in mixture, adding additional cold water to cover. Cover bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes-1 hour.

Step 4

Preheat barbecue.

Step 5

Remove shrimp from marinade. Rinse shrimp under fresh cold water and pat dry with paper towel.

Step 6

Brush shrimp with vegetable oil. Place on preheated grill and cook, turning once, until shrimp are pink(about 2 minutes per side). Serve grilled shrimp hot, in their shell with aioli sauce.