Sep 07 2026
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Chargrilled Gulf Shrimp Recipe

Inspired by Cochon King BBQ
Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Marinade & Shrimp

Finishing & Garnish

Method

Marinade & Shrimp

  1. 1

    Prepare shrimp

    Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat very dry with paper towels. Leaving tails on helps hold the shrimp on the skewer and looks attractive when serving.

  2. 2

    Make marinade

    In a medium bowl combine 3 tbs olive oil, 2 tbs lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, hot paprika or cayenne, kosher salt and black pepper. Whisk until combined.

  3. 3

    Marinate shrimp

    Add the dried shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly. Stir in 2 tbs chopped parsley. Cover and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes (no more than 30 minutes so the acid doesn't begin to 'cook' the shrimp). If using skewers, thread 4–5 shrimp per skewer, alternating curve direction so they lie flat.

  4. 4

    Preheat grill

    Heat a gas or charcoal grill to high (about 450–500°F / 230–260°C). If using a grill pan or cast-iron skillet, preheat over high heat until smoking lightly and brush with oil to prevent sticking.

Grilling & Finishing

  1. 5

    Oil grill grates

    Brush the hot grill grates or pan lightly with oil (use a paper towel held with tongs and a splash of oil) to minimize sticking.

  2. 6

    Chargrill shrimp

    Place shrimp directly on the hot grill or in the hot pan in a single layer, leaving space between each. Cook for 1.5–2 minutes per side until opaque and just firm, with char marks — total cook time 3–4 minutes depending on size. Avoid overcooking.

  3. 7

    Butter baste

    In the last 30 seconds of cooking, drop 2 tbs unsalted butter over the shrimp (or brush melted butter) and let it melt and glaze the shrimp as they finish. If using a grill, you can quickly baste with a spoon.

  4. 8

    Rest and garnish

    Transfer shrimp to a warmed platter and sprinkle with remaining 1 tbs chopped parsley and optional flaky sea salt. Serve immediately with lemon wedges to squeeze over.

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