Best 11 Cilantro Basil Grilled Shrimp Recipes

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Cilantro Basil Grilled Shrimp is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or a quick weeknight meal. The combination of cilantro and basil adds a zesty and aromatic flavor to the shrimp, while the grilling process infuses the shrimp with a smoky and charred flavor. This dish is sure to become a favorite of seafood lovers everywhere.

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RON'S GRILLED SHRIMP



Ron's Grilled Shrimp image

This grilled shrimp is marinated in a sensational medley of citrus juices, garlic, cilantro, parsley and basil. If you don't have a grill basket, thread shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. When using skewers, make sure to turn them over once during cooking.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 2h21m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup lime juice
¼ cup lemon juice
⅓ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 pounds jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Combine lime juice, lemon juice, olive oil, and vinegar in a large bowl. Add cilantro, parsley, basil, salt, pepper, garlic, and crushed red pepper; mix thoroughly.
  • Add shrimp and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, tossing occasionally.
  • Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
  • Place shrimp in a grill basket. Grill shrimp until pink on the outside and opaque in the center, 5 to 6 minutes. Stirring regularly during cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 345.7 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 545.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

GRILLED SHRIMP AND CILANTRO PESTO PIZZA



Grilled Shrimp and Cilantro Pesto Pizza image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
3/4 cup warm water (105 to 115 degrees F)
1 3/4 to 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus additional for kneading and dredging
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons olive oil, plus 1 teaspoon for greasing the bowl
Cilantro Pesto, recipe follows
8 ounces buffalo mozzarella, thinly sliced
Grilled Shrimp, recipe follows
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
16 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together the yeast and 1/4 cup of the water in a small bowl and let sit for 5 minutes to proof. Place 1 3/4 cups of the flour in a large bowl with the salt. Add the yeast mixture, the remaining water, and oil and stir until combined. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth. Grease a large bowl with the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil, add the dough, and turn to coat. Cover and place in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Preheat the grill to high. Once the dough has risen, divide it in half. Divide each half into 2 balls. Roll each ball into an 8-inch circle. Brush with oil and grill on both sides until golden brown. Spread a few tablespoons of the Cilantro Pesto over each pizza, top with a few slices of buffalo mozzarella, and then top with 4 shrimp and cilantro leaves. Place the pizza on the grill until the cheese melts. Serve hot.
  • Combine all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.;
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high.
  • Brush each shrimp with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 1 to 2 minutes per side or until just cooked through (shrimp will be opaque and turn pink).

CILANTRO-BASIL GRILLED SHRIMP



Cilantro-Basil Grilled Shrimp image

With plenty of cilantro and basil in my garden and a bottle of tequila in the pantry, I knew just what to do to these shrimp. I think the crushed red pepper really gave it an extra kick! -Tami Penunuri, Leauge City, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons orange juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons tequila
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients. Add the shrimp; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes., Drain and discard marinade. Thread shrimp onto four metal or soaked wooden skewers. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack., Grill shrimp, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-8 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED SHRIMP RECIPE WITH CILANTRO SAUCE



Grilled Shrimp Recipe with Cilantro Sauce image

Elevate your BBQ game with our Grilled Shrimp Recipe with Cilantro Sauce. The dipping sauce for this grilled shrimp recipe is a super flavorful favorite.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings, 3 shrimp plus about 2 Tbsp. sauce each

Number Of Ingredients 7

24 uncooked large shrimp (1 lb.), peeled, deveined
1/2 cup KRAFT Classic CATALINA Dressing
1 cup fresh cilantro
1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 whole jalapeño pepper, stem and seeds removed
1 Tbsp. lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place shrimp and dressing in resealable plastic bag; seal tightly and shake to mix well. Refrigerate 20 min. to marinate.
  • Blend next 5 ingredients in blender until smooth. Pour into small bowl; refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Heat greased grill to medium-high heat. Remove shrimp from marinade; discard marinade. Spear 1 shrimp onto each of 24 small wooden skewers (3-inch lengths.) Grill shrimp 5 to 7 min. or until pink, turning once. Serve with cilantro mixture as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g

MAI-KAI'S GRILLED GARLIC SHRIMP WITH CILANTRO AIOLI



Mai-Kai's Grilled Garlic Shrimp with Cilantro Aioli image

This recipe is from the Mai-Kai Polynesian Restaurant. This restaurant is magnificent! Prep time is estimated and does not include time for marinating.

Provided by love4culinary

Categories     Low Protein

Time 43m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 bamboo skewers, 12 inch
1 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
16 medium shrimp (size 21/25)
3 teaspoons chopped fresh garlic
4 romaine lettuce leaves
2 ounces fresh lemon juice
1/2 ounce honey

Steps:

  • Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving only the tail attached.
  • Take 4 shrimp for each bamboo skewer and skewer through the the center of the tail and set aside.
  • In a 12" flat pan mix the olive oil, basil and 2 teaspoon of chopped garlic.
  • Add the shrimp to the olive oil, marinate, cover and place in cooler for at least one hour.
  • For Aioli: Mix the mayonnaise, lemon juice, cilantro and honey in a small mixing bowl and keep cool until ready to serve.
  • Light coals on grill until ready to cook.
  • Take shrimp skewers out of marinade, lightly dry on paper towel and place on grill.
  • Cook on each side 3-4 minutes or until pink.
  • For each serving, place one lettuce leaf on a plate and put one grilled shrimp skewer on top of lettuce.
  • Put 3 oz of cilantro aioli in a small ramekin and place next to the gripped shrimp for dipping and serve.

GRILLED SHRIMP WITH BASIL AND LEMON



Grilled Shrimp with Basil and Lemon image

Easy and elegant, this four-ingredient shrimp recipe comes together in a flash. Marinate the shrimp for 15 minutes, grill, and add to a bright summer salad for a delicious lunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
10 basil leaves, finely chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place shrimp, basil, lemon juice, and olive oil in a large bowl; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper; let marinate 15 minutes.
  • Preheat a grill pan over high heat. Add shrimp and cook, turning once, until opaque, about 2 minutes per side.

GRILLED SHRIMP WITH FETA, CILANTRO AND LIME



Grilled Shrimp with Feta, Cilantro and Lime image

Categories     Cheese     Citrus     Herb     Shellfish     Broil     Low Carb     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Feta     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 large garlic cloves, pressed
2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
12 large uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails intact
3 bamboo or metal skewers
2 1/2-inch thick red onion slices
2 ounces crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients and 1 tablespoon cilantro in large bowl. Add shrimp; toss to coat. Let stand 10 minutes. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Remove shrimp from marinade. Skewer 6 shrimp on each of 2 skewers. Skewer onions on remaining skewer. Season shrimp and onions with some of marinade. Grill onions until tender and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Add shrimp to grill; cook until pink, about 2 minutes per side. Coarsely chop onions. Remove shrimp from skewers; divide between plates. Bring marinade to boil. Mix in onions, cheese and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons cilantro. Spoon onion mixture over shrimp.

CILANTRO PESTO GRILLED SHRIMP



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Shrimp gets the Tex-Mex treatment. Taken from Sheila Lukins "USA Cookbook." These are very addicting, and the cilantro adds an unexpected dash of heat! Prep time includes marinating time.

Provided by yooper

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 51m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled,deveined,tails left on (about 36)
3 cups loosely packed cilantro leaves, rinsed and patted thoroughly dry
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 pinch ground cumin
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the shrimp in a bowl, and toss them with 6 tablespoons of the pesto.
  • Set aside to marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat a grill to high heat, or preheat the broiler.
  • Thread the shrimp crosswise onto long metal skewers, about five to six to a skewer.
  • Grill or broil the skewers in batches, 3 inches from the coals or heating element, for 3 minutes per side.
  • Remove the shrimp from the skewers and place them in bowl.
  • Toss with the remaining 6 tablespoons pesto, and serve immediately.
  • For Pesto: Place the cilantro leaves in the bowl of a food processor and pulse the machine on and off until the leaves are coarsley chopped.
  • Add the pine nuts, garlic, cumin, and salt and pepper and pulse the machine on and off until the mixture is well chopped but not pureed.
  • With the machine rumming, slowly drizzle in the olive oil through the feed tube and process until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  • Transfer to a glass jar with a lid and refrigerate covered, up to 3 days.
  • Makes about 3/4 cup.

SPICY GRILLED SHRIMP WITH CUCUMBER CILANTRO RICE



Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Cucumber Cilantro Rice image

My mom's shrimp is one of my favorite Aussie recipes. The marinade is a lovely mix of honey, spices, citrus and fresh herbs, so for this version, I took those same building blocks and gave the dish a different flavor profile. Pair the shrimp with herbaceous cucumber cilantro rice and you've got a complete meal.

Provided by Claire Thomas : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 tablespoons chili sauce (such as Heinz)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 wooden skewers
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup long-grain rice
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth, heated until hot
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups chopped cucumber
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar

Steps:

  • For the shrimp: Combine all of the ingredients except the shrimp in a medium bowl; whisk together. Add the shrimp and toss to combine. Let marinate in the fridge for 1 to 2 hours, if time allows. Meanwhile, soak the skewers in water so they don't burn on the grill.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat or a grill pan for high heat. Thread about 4 shrimp onto each skewer, reserving the marinade for basting. Grill the shrimp until just firm, brushing with the marinade, 1 to 2 minutes per side (up to 3 minutes per side, if using a grill pan).
  • For the rice: In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium heat and add the rice and garlic. Cook, stirring, until the rice smells a little nutty and is opaque, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and increase the heat to high. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and cook the rice according to the package directions (usually 15 to 25 minutes). Fluff the rice with a fork then fold in the cucumber, cilantro, scallions, olive oil and vinegar. Taste for seasoning.
  • Serve the rice with the shrimp skewers.

CILANTRO-GRILLED SHRIMP WITH SESAME CABBAGE



Cilantro-Grilled Shrimp with Sesame Cabbage image

The sesame cabbage provides a nice balance of flavor with the cilantro shrimp. Guaranteed they'll be the most popular appetizer at your dinner party.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups (1 head) napa cabbage, shredded
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus wedges for serving
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Coarse salt and ground pepper
32 medium shrimp (about 1 pound), peeled and deveined
1/2 cup Asian Cilantro Sauce

Steps:

  • Heat grill to high. In a large bowl, toss cabbage with canola oil, lime juice, and sesame seeds. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Thread shrimp on 8 skewers. Place in a shallow dish; toss with 1/4 cup Asian Cilantro Sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Grill until opaque, 2 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Serve the shrimp skewers with sesame cabbage, remaining 1/4 cup cilantro sauce, and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 g, Fat 18 g, Protein 22 g

GRILLED SHRIMP WITH CILANTRO DIPPING SAUCE



Grilled Shrimp with Cilantro Dipping Sauce image

I came up with this recipe when my daughter grew a beautiful jalapeno plant last summer. I already had cilantro in the garden, so it seemed like a great combination for a tasty sauce. -Elizabeth Lubin, Huntington Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
DIPPING SAUCE:
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Dash cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the cilantro, oil, chives and garlic. Add the shrimp; seal bag and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., In a blender, combine the sauce ingredients; cover and process until blended. Chill until serving., Thread shrimp onto four metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 615mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • To devein the shrimp, use a sharp knife to make a shallow incision along the back of the shrimp, from the head to the tail. Remove the dark vein that runs through the center of the shrimp.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the shrimp in a grill pan over medium heat.
  • The shrimp are done cooking when they are opaque and pink, and the flesh is firm.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Cilantro basil grilled shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The shrimp are marinated in a flavorful mixture of cilantro, basil, garlic, and olive oil, then grilled until they are cooked through. The result is a shrimp that is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. This dish is also very versatile. You can serve it with a variety of dipping sauces, or you can add it to salads, tacos, or wraps. No matter how you choose to serve it, cilantro basil grilled shrimp is sure to be a hit!

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