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Marinated Grilled Shrimp

A simple yet flavorful marinade recipe to bring the best out of your grilled shrimp. Seafood has never tasted better. Perfect for a family weeknight meal and entertaining.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 117kcal
Author Imma

Ingredients

  • 2-3 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon (2-3g) paprika
  • 1 teaspoon (3g) cumin
  • 2 -3 tablespoons (30-45g) olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons (10ml) freshly-squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons (14g) honey
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) cayenne
  • ½ teaspoon (3g) salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1-1½ pounds (450-680g) large shrimp
  • 1-2 tablespoons (4-8g) parsley (optional)

Instructions

  • Soak wooden skewers for at least 20 minutes, totally submerged in water, before grilling to prevent burning and sticking. Skip this step if using stainless steel.
  • Heat the grill to medium-high. If using a grill pan, lightly spray it with oil to prevent the shrimp from sticking.
  • In a medium bowl, mix garlic, paprika, cumin, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, cayenne pepper, and salt. Reserve about a tablespoon of the marinade for basting.
  • Add the shrimp to the marinade and mix thoroughly. Let it marinate for about 30 minutes. Then toss in the optional parsley.
  • Thread the shrimps onto the skewers (3-4 shrimp per skewer). Make sure to cover the skewer with shrimp.
  • Grill the skewered shrimp for 4-5 minutes per side, or until opaque, basting frequently with the reserved marinade. (A grill pan also works.)
  • Serve hot with vegetables, rice, or dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Large and jumbo shrimp are best for grilling.
  • Peeling and deveining the shrimp works better for this recipe. That helps the marinade deliver more flavor and makes the shrimp easier to skewer.
  • Soaking wooden skewers prevents the wood from catching on fire. If using metal skewers, spray them with a little oil to keep the shrimp from sticking.
  • Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 2shrimp | Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 805mg | Potassium: 190mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 998IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 1mg