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GRILLED SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND GARLIC BUTTER



GRILLED SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND GARLIC BUTTER

I have chosen to share a grilling recipe with you.  I am motivated to do this because of my affection for all of you.  If that were not the case, I would certainly not be inclined to use my grill at this moment.  Today, our temperatures are expected to reach approximately 102 degrees.  My grill has been strategically positioned in the hottest area of our deck.  The thermometer located just outside my kitchen window has registered above 130 degrees. Are you aware of how intense that feels?  It resembles the yoga studio where I endure and perspire weekly.  Quite HOT!!  

This recipe is also remarkably quick and simple.  You can prepare it in under 30 minutes.  Truly.  

You will require 24 large shrimp (prawns), weighing about 1 lb (500g), which should be peeled and deveined.  

For the spice rub, you will need:  

  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika  
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder  
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt  
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper or freshly ground black pepper  

My shrimp still had their tails attached.  Since I plan to serve my shrimp over pasta, I will remove them.  Ensure they have been deveined.  I typically need to clean the shrimp a bit.  Returning to the spice rub, combine the garlic powder, salt, paprika, and lemon pepper in a small bowl.  Stir the spices together.  Sprinkle over the shrimp.  Toss to coat and set aside.  

For the Lemon-Garlic Butter, you will need:  

  • 1/2 cup salted butter  
  • Finely grated zest of 1 lemon  
  • Juice of 1 lemon  
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced  
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste  

Place the butter in a small saucepan.  Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, and cayenne pepper.  Heat over medium until the butter has melted.  Whisk the ingredients together.  Reserve about 1/4 cup for basting.  Ensure your grill is very hot.  If you are using briquettes, ignite them before you start preparing the recipe.  You can grill your shrimp in any manner you prefer, but I am particularly fond of this wire grill basket that I purchased from Williams-Sonoma.  I found it at a 50% discount at the end of the grilling season a few years ago.  It is fantastic.

You may place your shrimp onto skewers. Ensure that the skewers have been soaked for a minimum of 30 minutes; otherwise, they may catch fire (as I have learned from experience). It is advisable to thread two bamboo skewers through the shrimp. This method prevents the shrimp from spinning around the skewer while being turned.
I am opting for the quick and easy method by grilling them in my grill basket.
Position the shrimp on a very hot grill. They tend to overcook rapidly, so refrain from starting a load of laundry during this time.
They should be ready to turn in just a few minutes or as soon as they begin to turn pink, which can be difficult to assess due to the paprika that has been applied to them. The paprika imparts a beautiful color to the shrimp, which I appreciate.
Once the shrimp have been flipped, brush them with the reserved lemon-garlic butter. Exercise caution, as the butter can cause significant flare-ups on the grill. Remember, you are merely basting the shrimp, not bathing them in the butter.

After basting the shrimp, it is time to remove them from the heat.

Recipe Notes
This recipe yields 4 servings for a main course and 8 servings for an appetizer.
For a main course, combine the shrimp and sauce with cooked pasta, such as capellini.

At this stage, you have several options. You can simply place them on a platter and drizzle the Lemon-Garlic butter over them to serve as an appetizer, or you can mix them with your preferred pasta, which is my intended approach.

I aim to avoid overcooking the shrimp. This process is quick. Place the shrimp in a sauté pan and add the Lemon-Garlic butter.
I am incorporating cooked linguine.
As soon as the pasta is coated with the sauce, remove it from the heat.
Garnish with some chopped fresh parsley. Serve.






INGREDIENTS
  • 1 1/2 lb. lg. shrimp
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 tbsp. lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp. water
  • 1 tbsp. garlic, finely minced
  • 8 tbsp. cold butter
  • 2 tbsp. chives, snipped
INSTRUCTIONS

Butterfly the shrimp by using a sharp knife and starting at the back of the shell. Cut the shrimp partly open.
Sprinkle cut portions with salt and pepper and brush with the oil. Turn shrimp cut side down and arrange them in 1 layer.
In small saucepan combine lemon juice, water and garlic. Cut butter into 12 pieces. Bring liquid to a boil and
gradually add butter, stirring with a wire whisk. When all butter is added and melted, remove sauce from heat.
Arrange the shrimp, cut side down, on grill over hot coals. Cook about 1 minute on one side and turn, cut side up.
Continue to cook another minute. Remove from grill. Add chives to hot butter. Arrange shrimp, cut side up, on serving platter. Spoon sauce over them. Serves 4. Cool. Enjoy the GRILLED SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND GARLIC BUTTER recipes .!!

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GRILLED SHRIMP




GRILLED SHRIMP


This is the finest grilled shrimp due to its exceptional taste – it receives rave reviews from everyone!
The marinade incorporates ingredients that you probably already have at home, allowing the shrimp's flavor to truly stand out.
The shrimp turns out incredibly tender and cooks in under 10 minutes!

Ingredients for Grilled Shrimp
Shrimp: This recipe is suitable for both large and medium shrimp. I prefer using larger shrimp for skewering. To save time, opt for peeled and deveined shrimp; I prefer to keep the tails on. Ensure to thaw and drain frozen shrimp before use.

Oil: The foundation of the shrimp marinade is olive oil, but any neutral oil can be utilized.

Garlic: This shrimp dish features a generous amount of garlic – fresh garlic is preferable if available!

Seasoning: A combination of herbs, a splash of lemon juice, and tomato paste enhances the marinade's flavor.

Butter: It is best to use salted butter, or if using unsalted butter, add a pinch of salt.

I typically use parsley, but if you have other fresh herbs such as basil or cilantro, they also complement the garlic butter beautifully.

Brushing marinade over Garlic Grilled Shrimp
How to Grill Garlic Grilled Shrimp
Combine all ingredients in a bowl, toss to coat, and marinate according to the recipe below.
Thread the shrimp onto skewers.
Preheat the grill to medium heat and grill the shrimp skewers for approximately 3 minutes on each side.
Drizzle with garlic butter and serve.

Quick Tip
If you are using wooden skewers, I suggest soaking them to avoid them catching fire on the grill. Place them in a shallow dish (I use a 9×13 dish) and soak them while the shrimp marinates.

If you often prepare skewers, consider investing in stainless steel skewers. While I appreciate the dollar store for many items, I have found that the less expensive skewers tend to rust.

Serving Suggestions
Skewers: Present these skewers atop rice (or Roasted Potatoes) accompanied by a side of grilled vegetables.
Tacos: Utilize shrimp without tails to create shrimp tacos adorned with your favorite toppings.
Salad: Place these skewers over a fresh salad – or even better, a Caesar salad!

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Notes
Avoid marinating the shrimp for more than 60 minutes. Excessive marination can render the shrimp mushy.
Refrain from overcooking the shrimp – cook only until they turn opaque.
If skewers are unavailable, shrimp can be prepared on a grill mat or in a grill pan.
Store any leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a maximum of 4 days.




INGREDIENTS
  • 1 lb peeled, deveined shrimp (any size)
  • olive oil
  • paprika
  • garlic salt
  • Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 lime

INSTRUCTIONS
Drizzle enough oil over the shrimp to coat. Sprinkle paprika, garlic salt and Old Bay, to taste (I use about 1/2
teaspoon of each for 1 lb of shrimp).
Place on wooden skewers which have been soaked in water for 1 hour.
Put on grill, cooking until shrimp tails turn white. Flip and cook for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes more (depending on size).
Squeeze lime over the cooked shrimp and serve as an appetizer, or add to corn tortillas for shrimp tacos.

GARLIC GRILLED SHRIMP

GARLIC GRILLED SHRIMP

INGREDIENTS
  • 2 lbs. lg. shrimp, unpeeled
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 1/2 c. olive oil
  • 1/4 c. fresh parsley, snipped
  • 1 tbsp. minced green onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 tbsp. lemon juice
  • Coarsely ground black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
Peel shrimp, leaving tails on; devein and butterfly. Combine all ingredients except shrimp in large shallow dish.
Add shrimp, tossing well to coat. Cover and marinate for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Cook on heavy duty foil on grill with marinade until pink, 6 to 8 minutes, tossing occasionally. Enjoy !


GRILLED SHRIMP WITH GARLIC AND LIME

GRILLED SHRIMP WITH GARLIC AND LIME

INGREDIENTS
  • 1/4 c. fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 c. olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. chopped parsley
  • 1 sm. onion, minced
  • 4 very lg. cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, minced
  • 24 lg. or extra lg. shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 lb. andouille or other smoked sausage

INSTRUCTIONS
Whisk together juice and oil. Stir in next 4 ingredients. Marinate shrimp in this mixture for 1 hour. Alternately thread shrimp and andouille on skewers. Do not crowd shrimp. Grill over medium coals until shrimp are opaque, about one minute per side. Serve with warmed marinade on side. Enjoy !


Grilled Shrimp with Garlic (Gambas al Ajillo)


Grilled Shrimp with Garlic (Gambas al Ajillo)

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons freshly chopped thyme leaves
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
  • 6 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
  • 24 large shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • Special equipment: wooden skewers soaked in water

Directions
Heat the grill to medium.

Whisk together 1/4 cup of the oil, 2 tablespoons of the thyme, ancho powder and chopped garlic in a small bowl. Skewer the shrimp and brush with marinade.

Place the remaining 1/2 cup of the oil in a small saucepan, add the sliced garlic and cook until the sliced garlic is lightly golden brown. Remove the garlic slices with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels. Reserve the oil.

Increase the heat of the grill to high.

Remove the shrimp from the marinade, season with salt and pepper and grill until golden brown on each side, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skewers, transfer to a platter and drizzle with some of the reserved garlic oil and the garlic chips. Sprinkle with the remaining thyme and garnish with oregano leaves.

GRILLED GARLIC SHRIMP RECIPE







GRILLED GARLIC SHRIMP RECIPE

INGREDIENTS:

* 1 1/2 lb. lg. shrimp
* Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
* 2 tbsp. olive oil
* 2 tbsp. lemon juice
* 2 tbsp. water
* 1 tbsp. garlic, finely minced
* 8 tbsp. cold butter
* 2 tbsp. chives, snipped

INSTRUCTIONS:

* Butterfly the shrimp by using a sharp knife and starting at the back of the shell. Cut the shrimp partly open.
Sprinkle cut portions with salt and pepper and brush with the oil. Turn shrimp cut side down and arrange them in 1 layer.
* In small saucepan combine lemon juice, water and garlic.
* Cut butter into 12 pieces. Bring liquid to a boil and gradually add butter, stirring with a wire whisk. When all
butter is added and melted, remove sauce from heat. Arrange the shrimp, cut side down, on grill over hot coals. Cook about 1 minute on one side and turn, cut side up. Continue to cook another minute. Remove from grill. Add chives to hot butter. Arrange shrimp, cut side up, on serving platter. Spoon sauce over them....hmmm...a great grilled garlic shrimp recipe to try ! Enjoy it !
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Grilled Garlic Shrimp Recipe






Grilled Garlic Shrimp Recipe


Ingredients:
  • 2 pounds shrimp, peeled
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chives, minced
  • Dash of Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 3 lemons, juiced
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup parsley, minced
Instructions

Saute garlic in butter. Remove from heat; add lemon juice, salt, pepper, Worcestershire, parsley and chives. Stir. Add shrimp. Marinate for 20 minutes. Put shrimp on skewers. Put foil on barbecue and lay shrimp on foil. Grill for 6 to 10 minutes or until done. The grilled garlic shrimp recipe is ready to serve hot.
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