Description
This grilled shrimp marinade is a burst of flavor in every bite, combining olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices for a tangy and aromatic experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 700 g large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Lemon wedges and fresh parsley (to serve)
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, honey, oregano, red pepper flakes, a generous pinch of salt, and a few cracks of black pepper.
- Taste it before the shrimp go in; it should be bright, a little smoky, and well-seasoned.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. Add them to a large zip-lock bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over.
- Toss well until every shrimp is coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes and up to 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high.
- Place the shrimp on the hot grill in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, undisturbed, until they’re opaque and pink.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the grill and let them rest for 1-2 minutes. Squeeze over a little fresh lemon juice, scatter with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Do not over-marinate the shrimp as it can affect the texture. Use a well-heated grill for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg