Spicy Grilled Shrimp
November 23, 2025 • 0 comments
Marinated in a simple lemon and cayenne paste, these shrimp boast a perfect balance of zest and spice. Toss them on the grill for a fast, easy appetizer that's always a hit at parties!
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- Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. gulf shrimp
- 1 large clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 8 wedges lemon, for garnish
Directions
- Gather the ingredients. Preheat a grill for medium heat.
- Crush garlic and salt together in a small bowl with a fork.
- Mix in paprika and cayenne. Stir in olive oil and lemon juice to form a paste.
- Combine garlic paste and shrimp in a large bowl and toss until shrimp are evenly coated.
- Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill shrimp until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with lemon wedges, and serve.
