Bold and Spicy Grilled Shrimp

Heat things up with this quick and fiery shrimp recipe.

Grilling Shrimp: A Quick Guide

Excited to try this grilled shrimp dish? You'll find a full list of ingredients and step-by-step instructions below, but here's a quick overview:

Ingredients for Grilled Shrimp

These are the key ingredients you'll need to create this mouthwatering, restaurant-quality grilled shrimp:

• Seasonings: This spicy grilled shrimp recipe is flavored with garlic, coarse salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
• Oil: Olive oil locks in the moisture and gives the seasonings something to stick to. 
• Lemon: You’ll need lemon juice for flavor and lemon wedges for the garnish. 
• Shrimp: Buy your shrimp pre-peeled and deveined or do it yourself at home. 

How to Grill Shrimp Perfectly

Here’s a quick rundown of what to expect when preparing this flavorful spicy grilled shrimp dish:

1. Combine garlic, oil, spices, and lemon juice to form a paste.
2. Coat the shrimp thoroughly with the garlic mixture.
3. Grill the shrimp and serve with fresh lemon wedges for a burst of flavor.

How Long to Grill Shrimp for Perfect Results

Grill shrimp over medium heat on a lightly oiled grate for 2-3 minutes per side. The shrimp is done when it turns opaque and has a nice pink hue.

What to Pair with Grilled Shrimp

Need some serving ideas? Check out our collection of 13 Best Side Dishes for Shrimp That Will Elevate Your Meal. Here are a few tasty options to try:

• Grilled Fruit and Vegetable Kabobs
• Oven-Roasted Red Potatoes
• Roquefort Pear Salad

How to Store Leftover Grilled Shrimp

Keep leftover grilled shrimp fresh by storing them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Try them in one of our favorite Shrimp Salad recipes.

Dinogo Community Feedback and Appreciation

“Delicious recipe,” says Craig deFreese. “I marinated the shrimp for 30-40 minutes without the lemon juice. The flavors were perfectly balanced.”

“This is my go-to shrimp recipe,” shares a Dinogo member. “I take the ingredients camping every summer. It's the one recipe my son always asks for when we grill.”

“I mixed in some vegetables, scrambled eggs, and sweet and sour sauce with the grilled shrimp, then served it over a bed of rice,” says Michel Taylor.

Written by Corey Williams

List of Ingredients

• 1 large clove garlic

• 1 teaspoon coarse salt

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 teaspoons lemon juice

• 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 8 wedges lemon, for garnish

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients and preheat the grill to medium heat.

Mash garlic and salt together in a small bowl using a fork.

Add paprika and cayenne, then stir in olive oil and lemon juice to create a flavorful paste.

Mix the garlic paste and shrimp in a large bowl, tossing until the shrimp are well coated.

Lightly grease the grill grate. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they become opaque.

Place the shrimp on a serving platter, garnish with lemon wedges, and serve immediately.

Editor's Note:

The amount of salt has been adjusted based on feedback. The original recipe called for 1 tablespoon.

Nutrition Information (per serving)