BBQ Garlic Shrimps With Herbs
Light, flavorful, and easy to grill, these garlic-herb shrimps are perfect for summer dining. Cooked on skewers or in a grill basket, they’re citrusy, fresh, and full of flavor.
Equipment
- Grill or grill pan, grill basket or skewers, mixing bowl, tongs, basting brush
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch red pepper flakes optional
For the Shrimps
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined (tails on)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, parsley, basil, lemon juice, zest, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let rest 10 minutes.
Marinate the Shrimps
- Add shrimp to the marinade. Toss well. Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes.
Preheat the Grill
- Heat grill to medium-high. If using a grill basket, place it on now. Brush with oil.
Grill the Shrimps
- Skewer shrimp or place in grill basket. Grill 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.
Serve
- Transfer to a plate, squeeze lemon juice on top, and garnish with herbs. Serve immediately.
Notes
Fresh herbs are key—don’t substitute dried.
Overcooking makes shrimp tough—watch closely.
For extra depth, add smoked paprika or a dash of butter to the marinade.