Spicy Grilled Shrimp

So fast and easy to prepare, these shrimp are destined to be the hit of any barbeque. And, weather not permitting, they work great under the broiler, too.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 mins
• Total Time: 21 mins
• Calories: 164 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 large clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt
• 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 wedges lemon, for garnish

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat grill for medium heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, crush the garlic with the salt. Mix in cayenne pepper and paprika, and then stir in olive oil and lemon juice to form a paste. In a large bowl, toss shrimp with garlic paste until evenly coated.

Step 3

Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until opaque. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with lemon wedges, and serve.