GRILLED HERBED SHRIMP

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How stunning is this simple shellfish starter? Marinate shrimp with fresh herbs such as cilantro and parsley, garlic, lemon, and jalapeƱo peppers, then grill until charred and perfectly pink.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 8h45m

Yield Makes about 20 shrimp

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno chile (from 1/2 jalapeno)
1 tablespoon minced garlic (from about 3 cloves)
1 tablespoon grated fresh lemon zest
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound jumbo shrimp, in shells (about 20)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except shrimp in a large resealable plastic bag. Snip through each shrimp shell down the back, leaving last segment and tail intact, and devein with a paring knife, leaving shell intact. Add shrimp to bag and massage with marinade. Refrigerate at least 8 hours or up to overnight.
  • Soak 10 short wooden skewers in water 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat grill for indirect heat, with coals to 1 side (or medium heat on a gas grill). Thread 2 shrimp onto each skewer and place on indirect side of grill. Cook, turning once, until shrimp are curled, slightly charred, and cooked through, about 5 minutes.

lina faqeeh
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Grilled herb shrimp is one of my favorite summer dishes.


Shalaina Storts
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I'm always looking for new shrimp recipes. I'll definitely be trying this one.


Samuel Atuti
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This recipe sounds delicious! I'm going to make it for my next dinner party.


vusi dube
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I can't wait to try this recipe with different types of seafood.


Angel Nila
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This recipe is perfect for a summer cookout.


Toheed Hassan
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I would have liked the recipe to include more detailed instructions on how to grill the shrimp.


Ilyas Bhatti
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Gobindo Robidas
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The herbs really made the dish.


Florence Mugga
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The shrimp were a little overcooked for my taste, but the flavor was still good.


Andriana Abuto
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


shreya niraula
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This grilled herb shrimp recipe was a hit with my family! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the herbs added a delicious flavor.