Grilled Shrimp with Tarator Sauce
Juicy, smoky, and irresistibly flavorful, grilled shrimp with tarator sauce is a Mediterranean-inspired dish that's perfect for your next cookout or weeknight dinner. Tender shrimp are marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and smoked paprika, then grilled to perfection, boasting a delightful char and subtle spice. The star of this recipe, however, is the creamy tarator sauce—a velvety blend of tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and softened bread, which adds a nutty, tangy richness to every bite. Served alongside warm pita bread or a crisp salad, this elegant yet simple dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser. Bursting with fresh flavors and ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for fans of grilled seafood and Mediterranean cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 slices Bread (crust removed)
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 3 tablespoons Tahini
- 1 Garlic clove (for sauce, minced)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (for sauce, freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for sauce)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Water (to adjust sauce consistency)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes while preparing the tarator sauce.
For the tarator sauce, soak the bread slices in 2 tablespoons of water for 1-2 minutes until softened. Squeeze out any excess water and tear the bread into smaller pieces.
In a blender or food processor, combine the softened bread, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Add 2 tablespoons of water (or more) to achieve your desired sauce consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then set aside.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers for easy handling (optional).
Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are opaque and slightly charred. Remove from the grill and set aside.
Serve the shrimp immediately, drizzled with tarator sauce and garnished with fresh parsley. Pair with warm pita bread or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.8 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 221 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 1065 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 934 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 4019.1 mg | 22328% | |
| Potassium | 418 mg | 9% | |
*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.
