Chef John’s Grilled Garlic and Herb Shrimp

This **grilled garlic and herb shrimp** is bursting with flavor! Juicy, smoky, and seasoned to perfection, it’s the ultimate summer dish for seafood lovers. Ready in minutes, itβs perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend BBQ! π½οΈβ¨
**π Ingredients:**
– 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined π€
– 3 tbsp olive oil π«
– 3 cloves garlic, minced π§
– 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped πΏ
– 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped π±
– 1 tbsp lemon juice π
– Β½ tsp salt π§
– Β½ tsp black pepper
– ΒΌ tsp red pepper flakes (optional) πΆ
– Skewers (wooden or metal)
**π©βπ³ Instructions:**
1οΈβ£ In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, parsley, basil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
2οΈβ£ Add shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat. Let marinate for **20-30 minutes** for maximum flavor! β³
3οΈβ£ Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
4οΈβ£ Thread the shrimp onto skewers.
5οΈβ£ Grill for **2-3 minutes per side**, or until shrimp turns pink and slightly charred. π₯
6οΈβ£ Remove from grill and serve immediately with a squeeze of fresh lemon! π
β³ **Cooking Time**: 15 minutes (plus marinate time)
π½ **Servings**: 4
β **Pro Tip:** For extra depth of flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika or a drizzle of honey to the marinade! π―π₯
Enjoy this mouthwatering grilled shrimp and let us know how yours turned out! Snap a pic πΈ and tag us! π