Enhance your culinary skills and tantalize your taste buds with our comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect grilled shrimp with oregano and lemon. This delectable dish, bursting with vibrant flavors and aromas, will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean. Explore a world of culinary possibilities as we unveil the secrets behind selecting the freshest shrimp, marinating them in a symphony of herbs and citrus, and grilling them to perfection. Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary journey that promises an unforgettable dining experience, leaving your palate craving for more.
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GRILLED JUMBO SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND OREGANO
Steps:
- Snip through shells of shrimp along middle of back using kitchen shears, exposing vein and leaving tail and adjoining segment of shell intact. Devein shrimp, leaving shells in place.
- Mince and mash garlic to a paste with salt using a large heavy knife or a mortar and pestle. Transfer to a blender along with lemon juice and pepper and blend until smooth. With motor running, add oil in a slow stream, blending until emulsified. Transfer dressing to a bowl and stir in chopped oregano.
- Prepare grill for cooking over direct heat with medium-hot charcoal (moderate heat for gas).
- Toss shrimp with 1/4 cup dressing in a large bowl and marinate no more than 15 minutes. (Texture of shrimp will change if marinated too long.)
- Lightly brush lemon wedges with some of remaining dressing and grill, turning over once, until grill marks appear, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a large platter.
- Grill shrimp on lightly oiled grill rack (covered only if using a gas grill), turning over once, until just cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes total. Transfer to platter with lemons as grilled. Serve with remaining dressing.
GRILLED OREGANO SHRIMP
This grilled shrimp recipe embodies what's great about grilling: Just a few minutes over the coals transforms simple ingredients into a tasty dinner.
Provided by Shelley Wiseman
Time 25m
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure.
- Stir together oil, oregano, and 3/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Cut onion lengthwise into 3/4-inch wedges and separate layers. Toss shrimp and onion with oil mixture, then thread 6 shrimp onto each skewer, alternating with single layers of onion.
- Grill shrimp, covered only if using a gas grill, turning once, until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes total.
GRILLED SHRIMP WITH OREGANO AND GARLIC CHIPS
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with the olive oil, garlic and oregano, parsley, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper. Let marinate 1 hour. Place the canola oil in a small saucepan and heat to 350 degrees, add the garlic slices and fry until lightly golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Preheat grill. Remove shrimp from marinade and grill for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until cooked through. Place on a platter and top with garlic chips.
GRILLED SHRIMP WITH OREGANO AND GARLIC CHIPS
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with the olive oil, garlic and oregano, parsley, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper. Let marinate 1 hour. Place the canola oil in a small saucepan and heat to 350 degrees, add the garlic slices and fry until lightly golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Preheat grill. Remove shrimp from marinade and grill for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until cooked through. Place on a platter and top with garlic chips.
GRILLED SHRIMP WITH LEMON-DILL BUTTER AND ORZO SALAD
Steps:
- Place lemon juice in a small non-reactive saucepan and reduce to 3 tablespoons. Place the butter in a medium bowl, add the lemon syrup and dill, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and scrape into a ramekin. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Whisk together the zest, juice, oil, dill, and garlic, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix the pasta, cheese, peppers, olives, and scallions together in a bowl. Pour the vinaigrette over and mix to combine. Add the oregano and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Preheat grill to high. Toss the shrimp in some olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Thread 5 shrimp on a skewer, bending the shrimp so that the skewer passes through it twice. Grill, turning once for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the grill to a large platter and brush generously with Lemon-Dill Butter. Garnish with fresh dill.
GRILLED JUMBO SHRIMP WITH LEMON AND OREGANO
Make and share this Grilled Jumbo Shrimp With Lemon and Oregano recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Vicki Kaye
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h30m
Yield 3 lbs shrimp, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Snip through shells of shrimp along middle of back using kitchen shears, exposing vein and leaving tail and adjoining segment of shell intact. Devein shrimp, leaving shells in place.
- Mince and mash garlic to a paste with salt using a large heavy knife or a mortar and pestle. Transfer to a blender along with lemon juice and pepper and blend until smooth. With motor running, add oil in a slow stream, blending until emulsified. Transfer dressing to a bowl and stir in chopped oregano.
- Prepare grill for cooking over direct heat with medium-hot charcoal, moderate heat for gas.
- Toss shrimp with 1/4 cup dressing in a large bowl and marinate no more than 15 minutes. (Texture of shrimp will change if marinated too long).
- Lightly brush lemon wedges with some of remaining dressing grill, turning over once, until grill marks appear, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a large platter.
- Grill shrimp on lightly oiled grill rack (covered only if using a gas grill), turning over once, until just cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes total. Transfer to platter with lemons as grilled. Serve with remaining dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.5, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 285.8, Sodium 1575.6, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 31.4
GREEK GRILLED JUMBO SHRIMP W/ LEMON & OREGANO DRESSING
Aahhh another FAV from GOURMET MAGAZINE. PERFECT as a SUMMERTIME GRILL APPY! Have plenty of Crusty Bread to dip into any leftover dressing! NOTE: Number of servings vary on size per lb for shrimp.
Provided by iLuv2cook 2
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 50m
Yield 20 shrimp approx, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Clean and Devein Shrimp leaving shells in place.
- Mince and mash Garlic in a Mortar and Pestle. Place in Blender with Fresh Lemon Juice and Black Pepper until smooth. With motor running, add oil in a slow stream, blending till emulsified. Transfer dressing to a bowl and add in your chopped FRESH OREGANO.
- Prepare your GRILL (Moderate Heat for GAS and Direct Heat with Med-HOT Charcoal.
- Toss Shrimp with 1/4 Cup Dressing in a Large Bowl and marinate NO more than 15 minutes(Texture of Shrimp will change if marinated longer!).
- Brush Lemon wedges with some of remaining dressing and grill till marks appear (approx 5 minutes) then transfer to large patter.
- GRILL shrimp on lighlty oiled Grill Rack, turning over once till cooked through approx 8 minutes total Transfer to platter with Lemons as grilled ~ Top with remaining dressing!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.8, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 214.9, Sodium 1184.6, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.8, Protein 23.7
Tips:
- Use large shrimp for best results. Devein and peel the shrimp, leaving the tails intact for easy handling.
- A simple marinade of olive oil, oregano, lemon juice, garlic, and salt helps to infuse the shrimp with flavor.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before cooking the shrimp. This will help to prevent the shrimp from sticking to the grates.
- Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque throughout.
- Serve the shrimp immediately with lemon wedges and additional oregano for garnish.
Conclusion:
Grilled shrimp with oregano and lemon is a light and flavorful dish perfect for summer entertaining. The shrimp are marinated in a simple mixture of olive oil, oregano, lemon juice, garlic, and salt, then grilled until cooked through. The result is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger meal. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special dish for a special occasion, grilled shrimp with oregano and lemon is sure to please.
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