Here’s a simple, flavorful Garlic Grilled Shrimp recipe—juicy, garlicky, and perfect for the grill!
GARLIC GRILLED SHRIMP
Ingredients (Serves 4)
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1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined (tails on optional)
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
1. Make the Marinade
In a bowl, combine:
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olive oil
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minced garlic
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lemon juice & zest
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parsley
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paprika
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salt & pepper
2. Marinate the Shrimp
Add shrimp to the bowl and toss well.
Cover and marinate 15–30 minutes (don’t exceed 1 hour or shrimp may get mushy).
3. Prepare the Grill
Heat grill to medium-high.
Lightly oil the grates or use skewers to keep shrimp from falling through.
4. Grill the Shrimp
Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side, until:
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pink
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slightly charred
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opaque in the center
Be careful not to overcook—they turn rubbery quickly.
5. Serve
Drizzle with extra lemon, sprinkle more parsley, and serve hot.
Tips
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Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
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Substitute lime juice for a brighter, tropical flavor.
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Skewer with veggies (bell peppers, onions) for kabobs.
- 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
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 !
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