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Imagine enjoying juicy, flavorful shrimp with a hint of lemon and herbs. This is the joy of lemon herb grilled shrimp. This blog post will help you create this easy and healthy summer dish. You will learn how to choose ingredients, make a marinade, and grill shrimp perfectly.
Why Lemon Herb Grilled Shrimp?
This recipe is perfect for many reasons:
- Fast and Easy: The recipe is simple and the shrimp cook quickly. It’s great for busy weeknights.
- Healthy Choice: Shrimp is nutritious and the recipe uses fresh ingredients.
- Delicious and Adaptable: The bright flavors of lemon and herbs are delicious. You can change the herbs to fit your taste.
- Enjoy All Year: You can grill the shrimp or cook them in a pan on your stove.
Ingredients for Flavorful Shrimp
Here are the ingredients you will need:
- Shrimp: Use fresh, high-quality shrimp. Choose large shrimp if possible. For sustainable shrimp choices, check the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch guide. This information is not from the provided sources.
- Olive Oil: Use extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor and health benefits.
- Lemon Juice: Use fresh lemon juice. You can use regular lemons or Meyer lemons.
- Herbs: Use fresh parsley, basil, and oregano. These herbs taste great with lemon and shrimp. You can also use other herbs you enjoy.
- Garlic: Use fresh, minced garlic.
- Seasonings: Use salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. You can add red pepper flakes if you want a spicy flavor.
- Optional Ingredients: You can add Dijon mustard or honey to help the shrimp brown. You can also add paprika for more flavor.
Marinating the Shrimp
A marinade adds flavor and makes the shrimp tender.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix the olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, garlic, and seasonings in a bowl.
- Add Shrimp: Dry the shrimp with a paper towel. Add the shrimp to the marinade.
- Marinate: Let the shrimp sit in the marinade for 15 minutes to an hour. A shorter time gives a lighter flavor. A longer time makes the flavor stronger. Do not marinate too long, or the shrimp will become tough.
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Grilling the Shrimp
Follow these steps to grill your shrimp perfectly:
- Prepare the Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Clean the grill and lightly oil the grates. This will prevent the shrimp from sticking.
- Use Skewers (Optional): You can thread the shrimp onto skewers. If you use wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes so they don’t burn.
- Grilling with Shells (Optional): You can grill shrimp with the shells on. This keeps them juicy and adds flavor. But it’s best for experienced grillers.
- Grilling Time: Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side. The shrimp are done when they turn pink and opaque.
- Don’t Overcook: Watch the shrimp carefully so they don’t overcook. Overcooked shrimp are tough.
Serving Your Grilled Shrimp
Here are some ideas for serving your shrimp:
- Skewers: Thread the shrimp onto skewers with colorful vegetables.
- Platters: Arrange the shrimp on a platter for an appetizer.
- Salads and Bowls: Add the shrimp to salads or grain bowls.
Side Dish Pairings
These side dishes taste great with grilled shrimp:
- Grilled Vegetables: Try grilled corn, baby bok choy, or Mediterranean vegetables.
- Salads: A light salad with a vinaigrette dressing is refreshing with the shrimp.
- Rice or Grains: Serve the shrimp with rice, quinoa, or couscous.
Enjoy!
You can now make delicious lemon herb grilled shrimp. It’s a simple recipe that is perfect for summer. Enjoy!