Description
Amazing Spicy Grilled Shrimp is a mouthwatering dish that combines succulent shrimp marinated in a spicy, zesty blend, then grilled to perfection. Each bite delivers a burst of tantalizing flavors with smoky undertones, making it an ideal choice for summer barbecues or cozy dinners at home. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, this recipe will impress your family and friends while satisfying your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (fresh, deveined, tails removed)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Add shrimp to the marinade and ensure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Skewer the marinated shrimp or place them directly on the grill grates.
- Grill for about 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Serve immediately over rice or alongside grilled veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz shrimp
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg