Description
Juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor, this grilled shrimp recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy seafood. Perfect for a backyard barbecue or a simple weeknight meal, this dish is infused with garlic, lemon, and bold spices to create an irresistible bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- Shrimp Marinade:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about half a lemon)
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2–1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. Remove tails if desired.
- Make the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes but no longer than 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Set the grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat (375-400°F). Lightly oil the grates or pan.
- Grill the Shrimp: Place the shrimp directly on the grill or thread them onto skewers. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, flipping when they turn pink and opaque.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove shrimp from the grill and let rest for a minute. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, brush shrimp with melted butter during grilling. Serve with Zuppa Toscana Soup or Broccoli Cheese Soup for a delicious meal pairing. Enjoy! 🍤🔥
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: ~215 kcal
- Sodium: ~600mg
- Fat: ~10g
- Saturated Fat: ~1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~8g
- Carbohydrates: ~3g
- Protein: ~24g
- Cholesterol: ~190mg
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