Spicy Grilled Shrimp
Fire up the grill and get ready to savor the bold, zesty flavors of Spicy Grilled Shrimp, a quick and irresistible dish perfect for seafood lovers. This recipe combines tender, juicy shrimp with a vibrant marinade made from olive oil, garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, and ground cumin, delivering a delightful kick of spice in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time, the shrimp soak up tangy fresh lemon juice and aromatic spices, before being threaded onto skewers and grilled to perfection, boasting beautiful char marks and smoky flavor. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, this dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served alongside refreshing lemon wedges for a balanced, citrusy contrast. Whether as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or the star of your plate, Spicy Grilled Shrimp ensures a burst of bold flavors with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 1 whole lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the shrimp with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Whisk together to create a marinade.
Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the shrimp marinate in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the shrimp onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning).
Place the shrimp skewers on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are opaque and have grill marks.
Remove the shrimp from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
910 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.1 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2881 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 112.2 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 449 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1811 mg | 39% | |
*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.
