Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- pinch cayenne pepper, adjust to spice preference
Directions
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Add the olive oil, herbs, and spices to a small mixing bowl and whisk together.
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Place the shrimp in a bowl and pour 3/4 of the marinade on top of the shrimp. Mix together gently until the shrimp are well coated.
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Cover the bowl and marinate the shrimp for 30 minutes to an hour.
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Thread the shrimp on the skewers and make sure to get all the good garlic and herbs from the bowl and spread on to the shrimp.
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Heat a grill or grill pan on medium high heat.
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Once the grill is hot, place the shrimp skewers on the grill and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
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Remove the shrimp to a plate and spoon the remaining marinade on top before serving.
Recipe from: https://downshiftology.com/recipes/garlic-grilled-shrimp-skewers/#wprm-recipe-container-42919
Total time: 40 minutes
