Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Spicy Chimichurri
This grilled shrimp recipe features succulent shrimp skewers drizzled with vibrant green spicy chimichurri. The dish is complemented by fresh parsley and red chili flakes, making it a flavorful option for any gathering.
The preparation is simple, and the chimichurri sauce adds a zesty kick that enhances the natural sweetness of the shrimp. Serve with a small bowl of extra sauce for dipping.
Delicious Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri Sauce
These grilled shrimp skewers are marinated and grilled to perfection, then topped with a spicy chimichurri sauce. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Red chili flakes for garnish
- For the Chimichurri Sauce:
- 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Make the Chimichurri Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Skewer the Shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
- Grill the Shrimp: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
- Serve: Arrange the grilled shrimp skewers on a platter, drizzle with chimichurri sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley and red chili flakes. Serve with a small bowl of extra chimichurri sauce on the side.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 220kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
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