GRILLED SHRIMP SCAMPI COCKTAIL

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A nice twist on a classic favorite. When catering I serve mine hanging from the edge of a HUGE martini glass with crushed ice in the center and a bowl of red cocktail sauce propped in the ice.

Provided by Heidi T

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Shrimp

Time 4h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds unpeeled large shrimp
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup cocktail sauce
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Place shrimp, olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a resealable plastic bag. Coat shrimp with oil mixture, squeeze out excess air, and seal bag. Marinate in refrigerator for up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cook shrimp on preheated grill until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes per side. Peel shrimp.
  • Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 172.8 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 696.3 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Mnaveed Mnaveed
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This recipe is a must-try for any seafood lover. The shrimp are grilled to perfection and the scampi sauce is divine.


Ahmed gerndo
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the scampi sauce is delicious.


Md Samrat 420
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This is my go-to recipe for grilled shrimp scampi cocktail. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Eric Sandberg
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the scampi sauce is so flavorful.


Haseeb Hazarvi
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the scampi sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Sebastiaan Pienaar
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! The shrimp were a hit, and the scampi sauce was so good that people were asking for the recipe.


Tanweer Soomro
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the scampi sauce was creamy and flavorful. My family loved it!


Tootie & Dink Est. 2004
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This was a great recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the scampi sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


tonima anik
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I'm not usually a fan of scampi, but this recipe changed my mind! The grilled shrimp were smoky and juicy, and the scampi sauce was light and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


harry samuel
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I love how easy this recipe is to make! I was able to whip it up in no time, and my guests loved it. The shrimp were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and rich.


Ryan Aka DJ Rexx Sebrandt
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This grilled shrimp scampi cocktail was a hit at my last party! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the scampi sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.