Garlic Lime Grilled Marinated Shrimp

Creating the ultimate grilled shrimp marinade is a breeze with a combination of lime juice, soy sauce, and garlic. This uncomplicated shrimp recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for crafting shrimp tacos, stir-fry, or a delightful surf and turf dinner grilled to perfection!

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

1. Instructions:
3. In a bowl, whisk together minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
5. Place the peeled and deveined shrimp in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
7. Pour the marinade over the shrimp, making sure they are well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse into the shrimp.
9. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
11. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
13. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until they are opaque and cooked through. Be careful not to overcook, as shrimp cook quickly.
15. Remove the shrimp skewers from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
17. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
19. This Garlic Lime Grilled Marinated Shrimp is perfect as a main course, appetizer, or a flavorful addition to salads or tacos. Enjoy!