Jumbo Shrimp – This easy grilled jumbo shrimp made in less than 10 minutes is the best dinner for those busy weeknights.
Jumbo Shrimp – A Seafood Showstopper
Shrimp scampi: Sauté shrimp in garlic, butter, white wine, and lemon for a classic Italian-inspired dish.
Skewers: Marinate and grill shrimp on skewers for a fun and easy appetizer.
Shrimp tacos: Create flavorful tacos with grilled shrimp, your favorite toppings, and corn tortillas.
Jumbo Shrimp – Tips and Tricks
Freshness is key: Opt for fresh, high-quality shrimp.
Proper thawing: If using frozen shrimp, thaw them gently in the refrigerator overnight.
Deveining: While optional, deveining the shrimp can improve the overall eating experience.
Seasoning: Experiment with different marinades and seasonings to find your perfect flavor profile.
Cooking time: Overcooking shrimp can lead to rubbery texture, so cook them until just opaque.
Recipe Variations
Classic Grilled Shrimp: Marinate shrimp in a blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and your favorite herbs. Grill until tender and serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon.
Sautéed Shrimp Scampi: Sauté shrimp in garlic and butter, then toss with lemon juice, parsley, and red pepper flakes for a classic Italian-inspired dish.
Baked Shrimp with Parmesan: Toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs before baking until golden and crispy.
Shrimp Cocktail: Serve cooked shrimp chilled with cocktail sauce for an elegant appetizer.
How to Serve Jumbo Shrimp ?
Main course: Serve with rice, pasta, or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
Appetizer: Offer as a cocktail party appetizer with dipping sauces.
Seafood platter: Combine with other seafood like scallops, clams, and oysters.
How to Store?
Fresh shrimp: Store fresh shrimp on ice and use within a day or two.
Cooked shrimp: Store cooked shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Recipe FAQs
How to cook jumbo shrimp?
It can be cooked in various ways, including
Grilling: Marinate the shrimp in a flavorful blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs before grilling until tender and slightly charred.
Broiling: For a quick and easy method, broil the shrimp until pink and opaque.
How do I know when jumbo shrimp is cooked?
Jumbo shrimp are cooked when they turn pink and opaque, and the flesh is firm and tender. Avoid overcooking, as this will make the shrimp tough.
Jumbo Shrimp (Grilled)
Jumbo Shrimp - This easy grilled jumbo shrimp made in less than 10 minutes is the best dinner for those busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup fresh basil
- 5 garlic cloves
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- ½ cup fresh mint
- ½ cup fresh oregano
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- juice of half a lemon
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp and pat dry with a paper towel. Transfer to a bowl.
- In a food processor add all remaining ingredients except the oil. Pulse until roughly chopped. Add the olive oil and pulse until chunky smooth consistency.
- Add half of the sauce into the shrimp bowl and spread until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
- Preheat grill to 450 degrees. Place the marinated shrimp to the hot grill and grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Transfer to a serving plate, brush with the sauce, garnish with lemon wedges and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Information
Yield
8Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 151Total Fat 8gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 120mgSodium 635mgCarbohydrates 7gFiber 1gSugar 4gProtein 13g
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