5-Minute Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile and is healthier.

shrimp

💰Cheaper: chicken breast

Chicken breast is less expensive and widely available.

red pepper flakes

💰Cheaper: paprika

Paprika provides a milder flavor and is often cheaper.

parsley

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Cilantro is a common substitute and usually less expensive.

Soak skewers in water for at least 10 minutes to prevent burning.

In a food processor, combine fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, fresh oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, and red wine vinegar.

Add a good quality olive oil to the mixture for more flavor.

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, then process until combined.

Toss the shrimp in the chimichurri mixture and let marinate for at least 10 minutes, or overnight for more flavor.

Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, about 4 shrimp per skewer, depending on shrimp size.

Preheat the grill to a hotter setting.

Place the skewers on the grill and grill for about 2 minutes on each side, until the shrimp are pink and curled.

Garnish the finished skewers with fresh herbs, extra chimichurri sauce, and fresh lemon slices.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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