Garlic Herb Grilled Shrimp Skewers
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- Number of Servings: 2
Ingredients
This recipe is for two servings - 3 skewers each if used as a main course - it can easily be used as a side dish serving 3-6 people. 6 bbq skewers - metal (preferred) or bamboo 1 lb uncooked tail on large devained shrimp (approx 36) Marinade: 5 fresh basil leaves chopped extra fine (option: lemon basil)1 stalk fresh rosemary leaves, chopped extra fine1 clove garlic, grated extra fine1 tbs finely chopped fresh chives 2 tbs extra virgin olive oil 1 tbs white distilled vinegar1 tbs water dash salt (to taste)dash pepper (to taste)
place fresh or thawed uncooked tail on shrimp on skewers, piercings twice for a secure hold - approx 6 shrimp per skewer, place on dish and set aside
Marinade:
In small bowl combine olive oil, vinegar, water, herbs, garlic, salt & pepper, mix well
Tip: kitchen scissors work great for cutting herbs.
Brush marinade over shrimp, flipping and brushing each side.
Cooking:
grill over medium heat approx. 2 min each side - do not over cook, shrimp will be done when they appear pink and opaque.
Tip: metal skewers w/ a skewer rack is preferred for even cooking.
Number of Servings: 2
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user HEATHERG526.
Marinade:
In small bowl combine olive oil, vinegar, water, herbs, garlic, salt & pepper, mix well
Tip: kitchen scissors work great for cutting herbs.
Brush marinade over shrimp, flipping and brushing each side.
Cooking:
grill over medium heat approx. 2 min each side - do not over cook, shrimp will be done when they appear pink and opaque.
Tip: metal skewers w/ a skewer rack is preferred for even cooking.
Number of Servings: 2
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user HEATHERG526.
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 167.0
- Total Fat: 8.2 g
- Cholesterol: 193.1 mg
- Sodium: 299.9 mg
- Total Carbs: 1.0 g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 21.1 g
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