Description

This Garlic Grilled Shrimp recipe offers a quick, juicy, and flavor-packed meal featuring plump shrimp marinated in a vibrant garlic blend. Ready in under 20 minutes, it combines savory, smoky, and fresh flavors perfect for busy weeknights or impressive meals without the fuss. Healthy, versatile, and easy to prepare, this dish is sure to become a favorite for fast and delicious dining.

Ingredients

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Shrimp

1 pound medium to large fresh or thawed deveined shrimp, peeled

Marinade

3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Optional Garnishes

2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley or cilantro
Extra lemon wedges for serving

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Instructions

Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine fresh minced garlic, olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a fragrant and flavorful marinade that will coat the shrimp perfectly.
Marinate the Shrimp: Toss the peeled and deveined shrimp in the marinade, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Let them sit for 10 to 15 minutes to absorb the garlicky flavors without losing their texture.
Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high. This temperature gives shrimp a perfect sear and smokiness while cooking them quickly to tender perfection.
Grill the Shrimp: Place shrimp on skewers or directly onto the grill grates, cooking about 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking to keep them juicy and tender.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the shrimp from the grill and transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley or cilantro on top and add an extra squeeze of lemon juice for brightness before serving.

Notes

Use fresh shrimp for better texture and marinade absorption.
Do not over-marinate; 15 minutes is sufficient to avoid mushy shrimp.
Preheat the grill to ensure a nice sear and quick cooking time.
Thread shrimp onto skewers to simplify flipping and ensure even cooking.
Watch cooking time carefully as shrimp cooks quickly to avoid toughness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 ounces (about 8 shrimp)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 0.5g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fiber: 0.3g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 190mg