Grilled Shrimp Recipe
Served with a garlic butter sauce.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Garlic Butter Sauce
Method
Preparing the Shrimp
- 1
Marinate the Shrimp
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C). If using skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
Grilling the Shrimp
- 3
Making the Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4
Prepare the Sauce
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, and salt to taste. Remove from heat.
Serving
- 5
Serve the Dish
Once the shrimp are grilled, remove them from the skewers (if used) and place them on a serving platter. Drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the shrimp and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

