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Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Recipe

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This Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp recipe features large, succulent shrimp marinated in a flavorful garlic butter mixture and grilled to perfection. Infused with spices like paprika and cayenne pepper, and fresh parsley, this dish offers a smoky, buttery, and mildly spicy flavor perfect for a quick and satisfying meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

Shrimp and Marinade

  • 2 pounds large tail-on shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 30 to 35 shrimp)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup (1 stick) salted butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for serving
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat to ensure it reaches the right temperature for cooking the shrimp evenly and achieving a nice char.
  2. Prepare the garlic butter: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, sea salt, and minced parsley until well combined. Set aside ¼ cup of this garlic butter mixture in a separate small bowl for later brushing.
  3. Marinate and skewer the shrimp: Add the shrimp to the remaining garlic butter mixture in the large bowl and toss well to coat every piece evenly. Thread the shrimp onto 6 skewers, ensuring they are divided evenly for uniform cooking.
  4. Grill the shrimp: Place the shrimp skewers on the preheated grill or grill pan. Cook without moving them for 3 to 4 minutes to allow a nice sear. Flip the skewers over and continue grilling for another 3 to 4 minutes until the shrimp are lightly charred and cooked through.
  5. Finish and serve: Transfer the grilled shrimp skewers to a large platter. Brush them generously with the reserved garlic butter, sprinkle additional fresh parsley on top for garnish, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the shrimp.

Notes

  • Ensure shrimp are peeled and deveined for best texture and flavor.
  • Butter melting should be careful to avoid overheating; smooth melted butter blends better with spices.
  • Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the grill heat, but shrimp cook quickly—do not overcook to keep them tender.
  • Can be served with rice, crusty bread, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.

Find it online: https://cookedbygrace.com/garlic-butter-grilled-shrimp-recipe/