Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with this incredibly simple yet irresistible Lemon Garlic Shrimp recipe! In just 25 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that's bursting with zesty flavors and grilled to perfection. Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a cooking novice, this foolproof recipe will have you looking like a true culinary master, impressing family and friends with minimal effort and maximum taste.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 3 cloves of garlic (minced), the juice of 1 lemon, and salt and pepper to taste.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a marinade for the shrimp.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl with the marinade. Toss the shrimp gently to ensure they are evenly coated with the garlic-lemon mixture. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and let it marinate in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
- While the shrimp is marinating, preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using a grill, make sure to oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- After the shrimp has marinated, remove it from the refrigerator. Thread the shrimp onto skewers for easy grilling. If you are using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for about 30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent burning.
- Once the grill is hot, place the skewered shrimp on the grill. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and slightly charred.
- Flip the shrimp over and grill for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, until fully cooked and opaque. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough.
- Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the grill and let them rest for a minute. You can drizzle any leftover marinade over the shrimp for added flavor.
- Serve the grilled lemon garlic shrimp immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or lemon wedges if desired. Enjoy your delicious and easy grilled shrimp dish!
Tips
- Always use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- Don't marinate shrimp for longer than 15-20 minutes, as the acid from lemon can start to "cook" the seafood.
- Ensure your grill or grill pan is preheated to medium-high heat for those beautiful grill marks.
- Use metal or pre-soaked wooden skewers to prevent burning and make grilling easier.
- Watch shrimp closely while cooking - they're done when they turn pink and opaque, which typically takes just 2-3 minutes per side.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro before serving.
- Serve immediately after grilling to enjoy the shrimp at their most tender and flavorful state.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 170mg
