Grilled Shrimp Scampi Cocktail

A nice twist on a classic favorite. When catering I serve mine hanging from the edge of a HUGE martini glass with crushed ice in the center and a bowl of red cocktail sauce propped in the ice.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 150 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup cocktail sauce
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• 2 pounds unpeeled large shrimp

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Place shrimp, olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a resealable plastic bag. Coat shrimp with oil mixture, squeeze out excess air, and seal bag. Marinate in refrigerator for up to 4 hours.

Step 3

Cook shrimp on preheated grill until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes per side. Peel shrimp.

Step 4

Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.