Spicy Grilled Shrimp Recipe
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Spicy Grilled Shrimp

By: SUBEAST 
"So fast and easy to prepare, these shrimp are destined to be the hit of any barbeque. And, weather not permitting, they work great under the broiler, too."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (486)

What to Drink?
Wine Chardonnay
Cocktail Top Shelf Margaritas on the Rocks
Beer Beer
Chilled Non-Alcoholic Special Lemonade
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
6 Min
Ready In:
21 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 large clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon coarse salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 wedges lemon, for garnish

Directions

  1. Preheat grill for medium heat.
  2. In a small bowl, crush the garlic with the salt. Mix in cayenne pepper and paprika, and then stir in olive oil and lemon juice to form a paste. In a large bowl, toss shrimp with garlic paste until evenly coated.
  3. Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until opaque. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with lemon wedges, and serve.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 164 | Total Fat: 5.9g | Cholesterol: 230mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 2, 2006 by SKANDREWS   view full review
I really think the 1 tablespoon of salt is a misprint. I've used this recipe for years...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2005 by JENJW4   view full review
The spices were just right for this recipe. It had a really good flavor. I did leave the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 6, 2003 by R123O123M   view full review
Very delicious and easy recipe. I made a few departures from the original. First, I did not...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2006 by buffalochef   view full review
Ive made this several times and have discovered that I need to watch my times very closly. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2006 by MANOMES   view full review
Great flavor. I cut down the salt to 1 tsp. and added 1 tsp. of Old Bay Seasoning (because I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 12, 2003 by BLEACHERDAVE   view full review
I used less salt and more cayenne. I then prepared 2 batches - I wrapped half the shrimp in...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2006 by Alexis Murray   view full review
This was a quick and easy recipe, great for seafood lovers such as myself :) The only thing I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 3, 2007 by WSBLEND   view full review
I cut the salt in half like everyone else. This is spicy, but not as much as you'd think for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 13, 2006 by ryanandkylesmom   view full review
Excellent! Lots of zip! Works great with lime also, for a different twist when you're up for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 3, 2006 by ANDREA   view full review
i made this yesterday and today because i LOVED it sooo much. i put the shrimp on top of mixed...

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