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Grilled Shrimp

Delicious grilled shrimp marinated with herbs and spices, perfect for summer barbecues!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 0.25 cup Parmigiano Reggiano
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined) weight after peeled
  • kosher salt and fresh pepper
  • 7 pieces wooden skewers

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a food processor, pulse basil, garlic, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Slowly add the olive oil while pulsing until combined.
  3. Combine raw shrimp with pesto and marinate for a few hours in the refrigerator.
  4. Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes. Thread shrimp onto skewers.
  5. Heat grill to medium-low. Lightly oil the grates.
  6. Place shrimp skewers on grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until shrimp is opaque and pink.

Notes

Serve hot with lemon wedges for added flavor. Enjoy!