Grilled Shrimp with Turmeric Mojo Sauce

Ingredients
- 6 garlic cloves, smashed
- 2 habanero chiles, seeds removed, chopped
- 1 (3") piece ginger, peeled, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 Tbsp. sugar
- 2 tsp. unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. ground turmeric
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil, plus more for grill
- Kosher salt
- 1 1/2 lb. large shrimp, peeled, deveined
- Cooked short-grain white rice (for serving; optional)
- Flaky sea salt
Instructions
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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