Description
Smoky, juicy, and packed with flavor, these crispy grilled shrimp are coated in a golden lemon garlic butter that’s both zesty and indulgent. Perfect for quick dinners or impressing guests, this recipe is simple, versatile, and delicious!
Ingredients
For the Lemon Garlic Butter:
- Unsalted butter (6 tbsp)
- Salt (¼ tsp)
- Garlic (3 tsp, finely chopped)
- Lemon juice (1 ½ tbsp, freshly squeezed)
For the Shrimp:
- Large shrimp/prawns (1 lb / 500g, peeled and deveined)
- Garlic powder (1 tsp)
- Smoked paprika (1 tsp, or substitute with sweet paprika)
- Cayenne pepper (¼ tsp, optional)
- Lemon juice (1 tbsp, for grilling method)
- Olive oil (2 tbsp)
- Salt (½ tsp)
- Black pepper (¼ tsp)
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped parsley
- Grilled lemon halves
- Crusty bread for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare the Grill:
- Brush grill grates with oil to prevent sticking. Preheat the grill to high heat. If using small shrimp, thread them onto skewers (use two skewers per set for easy flipping).
- Make the Lemon Garlic Butter:
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and salt, stirring until garlic is golden brown. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Set aside.
- Season the Shrimp:
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels for better crispiness.
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Add lemon juice if grilling.
- Grill the Shrimp:
- Place shrimp on the hot grill and cook for about 2 minutes per side. They should turn golden with slight char marks and become opaque in the center.
- Drizzle and Serve:
- Transfer shrimp to a serving plate. Drizzle with the lemon garlic butter. Garnish with parsley and serve with grilled lemon halves.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely and pat dry.
- Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Adjust seasoning in the butter to your preference.
- For a stovetop alternative, cook shrimp in a hot skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes per side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or stovetop
- Cuisine: International