Lime- Cilnatro Shrimp Skewers

1/3 cup lime juice

3 Tbsp minced fresh cilantro

2 Tbsp soy sauce

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 tsp olive oil

1 1/4 lbs uncooked shrimp ( 26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined 

1 cup soaked mesquite wood chips (optional)

wooden skewers

1.  In a large bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients until blended.  Add shrimp; toss to coat.  Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes.

2.  If desired, add wood chips to grill according to manufacturer's directions.  Drain shrimp, discarding marinade.  On each of 12 soaked wooden appetizer skewers, thread shrimp.

3.  Grill on an oiled rack, covered, over medium heat until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes per side.