Grilled Shrimp (6 Pc.) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Shrimp and Marinade
Finishing & Garnish
Optional Serving (to accompany)
Method
Shrimp and Marinade
Prepare shrimp
Pat the 6 shrimp dry with paper towels. Leaving the tail on helps presentation and handling on the grill.
Make marinade
In a medium bowl combine 2 tbs extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tbs fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp minced garlic, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 3 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk until evenly combined.
Marinate shrimp
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly. Let sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes. Do not marinate longer than 30 minutes for best texture.
Grilling
Preheat grill
Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high (about 400–450°F / 200–230°C). If using a grill pan, heat it over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate or pan.
Grill shrimp
Place shrimp directly on the grill grates or thread onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them 30 minutes first). Grill shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and firm with slight char marks. Total cook time should be 4–6 minutes depending on size. Do not overcook.
Finishing & Serve
Finish with butter and parsley
Immediately after removing shrimp from the grill, place them on a warm plate and dot with 1 tbs unsalted butter so it melts over the hot shrimp. Sprinkle 1 tbs chopped fresh parsley evenly over the shrimp.