Grilled Ginger Lime Shrimp Recipe

Name: Grilled Ginger Lime Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, uncooked, deveined, shelled, tails on; 10 -12 pre soaked wooded skewers; MARINADE; 1 tablespoon fresh lime zest; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (I don't bother removing the skin); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/3 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes); 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 tablespoon of fresh lime Thai basil, chopped (standard basil will do too); 1/2 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Servings: persons

1 lb large shrimp, uncooked, deveined, shelled, tails on
10 -12 pre soaked wooded skewers
MARINADE
1 tablespoon fresh lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (I don't bother removing the skin)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tablespoon of fresh lime Thai basil, chopped (standard basil will do too)
1/2 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

1
Start by getting your grill to about a medium heat. Brush the hot grill rack with olive oil to prevent sticking.
2
Whisk together all the marinade ingredients. Reserve half for basting during grilling process. add rinsed shrimp to a large Ziploc baggie and add remaining marinade. Only let set for about 10-15 minutes Discard marinade.
3
Skewer about 4 shrimp on each pre soaked wooden skewers. Arrange on grill so they do not overlap. Brush with reserved marinade occasionally while cooking. Grill about 7 min on each side, or until shrimp curl tail to head and turn pink.
4
Garnish with lime wedges and some more chopped lime Thai basil and cilantro
5
Enjoy! :).

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb large shrimp, uncooked, deveined, shelled, tails on, 10 -12 pre soaked wooded skewers, MARINADE, 1 tablespoon fresh lime zest, and more.

Yes, Grilled Ginger Lime Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Ginger Lime Shrimp

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