Entrees

Grilled Scampi-Style Shrimp

Makes 2 servings

Grilled Scampi-Style Shrimp

Makes 2 servings

These buttery, fragrant shrimp work well as an appetizer or entrée.

Nutritional information per serving:Calories 237 (68% from fat)
carb. 3g
pro. 16g
fat 18g
sat. fat 12g
chol. 188mg
sod. 785mg
calc. 69mg
fiber 0g

Ingrédients

  • 3tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • ¾ teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 2garlic cloves, finely chopped pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ pound large shrimp (about 10), peeled and deveined, tails attached
  • 18teaspoon kosher salt
  • 18teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon finely chopped parsley

Preparation

  1. 1 .In a small a saucepan combine the butter, lemon juice, zest, garlic and red pepper (if using). Cook over low heat just until the butter melts.Transfer to a medium bowl and cool to room temperature.
  2. 2 .Pat shrimp dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.Add shrimp to the butter mixture and toss to coat all pieces evenly. Let shrimp marinate for about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 .Adjust feet to the tilted position. Preheat the grill in the closed position. When grill is preheated, evenly arrange shrimp on both plates.Grill shrimp for 4½ to 5 minutes, turning halfway through, until shrimp are opaque.Remove from grill and garnish with parsley.Serve immediately.