How to Grill Raw Shrimp : Shrimp Recipes

shrimp

🥗Healthier: scallops

💰Cheaper: chicken

Scallops offer a similar texture and flavor, while chicken is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth without significantly changing cost.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Cilantro adds freshness, while dried parsley is cost-effective.

In a bowl, combine 2 cups of warm water with 1/2 cup of kosher salt and 1/2 cup of sugar, stirring until dissolved.

Add ice to the brine mixture to cool it down.

Add about a half a dozen shrimp to the cooled brine and let them soak for approximately 30 minutes.

After 30 minutes, remove the shrimp from the brine and pat them dry.

Thread the shrimp onto skewers for easier grilling.

Preheat the grill to about 500 degrees Fahrenheit.

Place the skewered shrimp on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on one side.

Flip the shrimp and grill for an additional 4-5 minutes until they turn light pink.

While the shrimp are grilling, cut a lemon in half and place it on the grill to caramelize.

Once the shrimp are done, remove them from the grill and sprinkle with lemon pepper on each side.

Serve the grilled shrimp with the caramelized lemon and freshly chopped parsley over the top.

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