To use a gas grill:

1. Turn all burners to high, cover, and heat grill until hot, about 10 to 15 minutes.
2. Clean and oil cooking grate. Add 5 or 6 shrimp per skewer. Grill the shrimp for 2 minutes on each side.

Can you use metal skewers for shrimp?

Skewering the shrimp is the easiest way to cook them on the grill. You can use either metal or wooden skewers, if you use wooden, soak them in water for an hour before grilling so they don’t burn.

How long can you marinate shrimp for?

If it’s acidic (lemon, lime, orange, etc.), 30 minutes or less should be fine. Any more than that and the acid will start to break down the delicate shrimp meat and make it mushy. If your marinade is non-acidic (olive oil, garlic, herbs) you could marinate for an hour or more.

How do you make garlic grilled shrimp?

Instructions Mix the olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper. Marinate the shrimp for 30 minutes, or up to overnight. Thread the shrimp onto skewers. Grill the shrimp on medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Serve the hot garlic grilled shrimp over rice, and with a side of roasted veggies.

What to serve with grilled shrimp?

In a mixing bowl, mix together olive oil, parsley, lemon juice, hot sauce, garlic, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Reserve a small amount for basting later. Preheat grill for medium-low heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. Lightly oil grill grate.

What do you serve with garlic shrimp?

An off-dry Chardonnay can help offset the spiciness of garlic shrimp, and a particularly rich chardonnay can even add to the flavor of the dish. One recommended dish to serve with a chardonnay is shrimp cooked over tossed pasta, preferably linguine, with garlic sauce and a spritz of fresh lemon flavor.

What is the recipe for garlic shrimp?

Directions Toss the shrimp with the salt, pepper and garlic powder. Add 1/2 cup of the garlic, stir in the olive oil and mix well. Heat a skillet over high heat and add the shrimp, melted butter and the remaining garlic. Cook until done, making sure not to overcook the shrimp, 3 to 4 minutes. Squeeze some fresh lemon over the shrimp and serve.