Grilled Shrimp Recipe

This grilled shrimp recipe features juicy, flavorful shrimp coated in a delicious garlic and herb marinade. Fresh garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, Italian seasoning, brown sugar, and paprika come together to create a perfect balance of savory, tangy, smoky, and slightly sweet flavors. After marinating, the shrimp cook quickly on the grill for an easy meal that’s perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners. Discover more flavorful recipes like Grilled Shrimp Recipe right here.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons ground paprika
• 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• ¼ cup olive oil
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
• 2 pounds large shrimp (21 to 25 per pound), peeled and deveined

Directions

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the paprika, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, dried basil, and brown sugar until well combined.
• Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade.
• Toss the shrimp until they are evenly coated.
• Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, turning the shrimp once during the marinating time.
• Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grill grates.
• Remove the shrimp from the marinade and drain off any excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
• Place the shrimp on the preheated grill.
• Grill the shrimp for 5 to 6 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking, until they are opaque in the center and fully cooked.
• Remove from the grill and serve immediately.

Preparation Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Additional Time: 2 hours
• Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Yield: 4 servings