Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp (Printable Version)

Tender shrimp in lemon-garlic butter, grilled to juicy perfection with fresh herbs and spices.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on

→ Marinade

02 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
05 - 1 tsp lemon zest
06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

10 - Lemon wedges
11 - Extra chopped parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk together melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
02 - Add shrimp to marinade, toss to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to infuse flavors.
03 - Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing through both tail and head ends to secure them firmly.
04 - Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
05 - Cook skewers for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
06 - Transfer shrimp to a serving platter, garnish with lemon wedges and additional parsley, then serve immediately.

# Expert Insights:

01 -
  • It's like sharing a secret with a friend when the shrimp come off the grill perfectly tender and bursting with bright citrus flavor
  • Because it's quick, easy and feels like a fancy meal even on a busy night
02 -
  • Marinating shrimp too long will make them mushy so keep it between 15 and 30 minutes for the best texture
  • I discovered that piercing the shrimp through both tail and head stops them from spinning on the skewer, making grilling easier
03 -
  • Use melted butter rather than softened so it coats the shrimp evenly and infuses flavor quickly
  • The smoky paprika is the secret ingredient that elevates this simple dish to something you want to make again and again

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