Grilled Garlic Shrimp Perfect & So Easy!

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and adds a different flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Chicken breast is leaner and more affordable.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika provides flavor without the heat.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Cilantro adds a fresh taste and is often less expensive.

Preheat the grill to 400-450°F using charcoal.

Drizzle shrimp with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, then toss to combine.

Place a stick of butter into a cast iron skillet on the grill to melt.

Add minced garlic to the melted butter once it's bubbly.

Place shrimp directly on the grill grates and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.

Once shrimp is cooked, transfer to the skillet with garlic butter.

Stir in minced parsley and squeeze in lemon juice and zest before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens