Buttery Grilled Shrimp
Elevate your next cookout with the irresistible flavors of Buttery Grilled Shrimp, a quick and easy recipe that’s guaranteed to impress. Tender, succulent shrimp are marinated in a luscious blend of melted butter, garlic, paprika, and zesty lemon juice, then threaded onto skewers for effortless handling. Grilled to perfection in under 10 minutes, these shrimp boast a smoky char that beautifully complements their buttery richness. Ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a light main course, this dish pairs wonderfully with grilled vegetables, a crisp salad, or fluffy rice. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a mouthwatering way to enjoy fresh seafood with a burst of bold, garlicky flavor. Perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, these shrimp bring the taste of the grill straight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 8 pieces Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Remove the butter and garlic mixture from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the buttery marinade over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate the shrimp in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
While the shrimp marinates, preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F) or prepare a grill pan on your stovetop.
Thread the shrimp onto the pre-soaked wooden skewers, leaving a small gap between each shrimp for even cooking.
Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are opaque and lightly charred. Avoid overcooking, as shrimp can become rubbery.
Remove the skewers from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1010 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.0 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1010 mg | 337% | |
| Sodium | 2054 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 110.6 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1317 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
