Description
Recreate the delightful taste of Red Lobster’s Garlic-Grilled Shrimp at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. Succulent shrimp are marinated in a flavorful garlic and herb butter, then perfectly grilled to achieve a smoky char. This dish is ideal for seafood lovers seeking a restaurant-quality meal from the comfort of their own kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- Juice of 3 lemons
- 1 dash Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.Marinate the Shrimp
Place the shrimp in a large bowl and pour half of the garlic butter sauce over them. Toss to ensure all shrimp are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.Preheat the Grill
While the shrimp are marinating, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, ensure they have been soaked in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.Skewer the Shrimp
Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers, piercing through both the tail and head ends to secure them. This will make grilling more manageable.Grill the Shrimp
Place the shrimp skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, basting occasionally with the reserved garlic butter sauce, until the shrimp are opaque and have a slight char.Serve
Transfer the grilled shrimp to a serving platter. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Notes
- Shrimp Selection: Opt for large or jumbo shrimp for this recipe, as they are easier to skewer and grill without overcooking.
- Grill Alternatives: If an outdoor grill is unavailable, a grill pan or broiler can be used as effective alternatives.
- Marinade Tip: Reserve a portion of the marinade for basting during grilling to enhance the shrimp’s flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 8 ounces of shrimp
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 590mg
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