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Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp with Lemon Herb Aioli Recipe

Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp with Lemon Herb Aioli

There's something so comforting about the aroma of garlic and butter wafting through the kitchen. This dish is not just easy and quick to whip up, but it also delivers big on flavor, making it a go-to recipe!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Grilled
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 Juice of 1 lemon

Equipment

  • Grill
  • bowl
  • Skewers

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Step 3: Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers.
  4. Step 4: Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and opaque.
  5. Step 5: Prepare the Lemon Herb Aioli. In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Step 6: Serve the grilled shrimp with the Lemon Herb Aioli on the side.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat.