Irresistible Shrimp Marinade Recipe
Transport your taste buds to a seaside paradise with this Irresistible Shrimp Marinade Recipe. Featuring succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of garlic, lemon juice, and fresh herbs, every bite is bursting with flavor. Perfect for barbecues or elegant dinners, this quick and easy dish will impress your guests and have them coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped herbs, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- 2. Add the Shrimp: Place the shrimp in the marinade bowl and toss gently to coat each piece evenly.
- 3. Marinate: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to a resealable bag. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- 4. Preheat Grill: While marinating, preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F).
- 5. Grill Shrimp: Remove shrimp from marinade and thread onto skewers if desired. Grill for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg