Bold & Juicy Grilled Shrimp
Yield: 2 large servings, 4 small servings
This is my go-to shrimp recipe when I want big, bold flavor and minimal prep time. Simply toss jumbo shrimp with a mix of Old Bay Seasoning and pantry ingredients, then char on a sizzling hot grill for just 5 minutes. Enjoy as an easy appetizer, the star of your dinner, or a salad topper – it’s ALL good!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 large garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ⅛ teaspoon Morton kosher salt (Old Bay is quite salty, so omit additional salt if desired.)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 pound jumbo (21-25 count) shrimp, tails on, deveined (Because we live in Minnesota, I usually use frozen shrimp - just be sure to fully thaw them first.)
Instructions
- Heat grill to medium-high/high. Clean grates and then rub oil on grates.
- In a low, wide medium-sized bowl, combine the oil, lemon juice, garlic, Old Bay, sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and fold gently to coat the shrimp evenly in the seasoned oil.
- Place shrimp on the hot grill grates and cook for 3 minutes, or until they have some char. Flip shrimp and cook for another 2 minutes, or just until shrimp are no longer translucent. Take care to not overcook. Smaller shrimp will take less time.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor, with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the top. Awesome with my shrimp dipping sauce!
Notes
Make kabobs: You can thread the shrimp onto skewers rather than placing the shrimp individually on the grill, if desired.
To store: Place leftover grilled shrimp in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat: here are a few options (in all cases, do no overcook):
- Microwave: Place leftover shrimp on a plate, lay a paper towel over the top, and microwave in 10-15 second increments until heated to your liking.
- Oven: Preheat the oven to 300°F. Place the shrimp in a single, even layer in a baking dish, and cover them with aluminum foil. Heat in the oven for a few minutes, or until warmed to your liking.
- Stovetop: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil or butter if you like. Then add shrimp and cook, flipping after a minute or two, until shrimp are warmed throughout.
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 1 Calories: 308kcal Carbohydrates: 8g Protein: 31g Fat: 17g Saturated Fat: 2g Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g Monounsaturated Fat: 10g Trans Fat: 0.02g Cholesterol: 286mg Sodium: 1431mg Potassium: 308mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 2g Vitamin A: 709IU Vitamin C: 4mg Calcium: 153mg Iron: 1mg
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