Description
Enjoy a delicious seafood experience with this easy grilled shrimp recipe, perfect for summer barbecues and quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them sit for 15-30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: While the shrimp marinates, preheat your grill to high heat.
- Skewer the Shrimp: Thread the shrimp onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes).
- Grill the Shrimp: Place the skewers on the grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
- Serve: Remove from the grill and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Shrimp cooks very quickly, don’t overcook. Allow them to rest for a couple of minutes after grilling to lock in juices.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American