Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs (680g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup (60ml) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh parsley, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) salt
  • ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) black pepper
  • 8-12 wooden or metal skewers

Instructions:

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the shrimp to the garlic butter marinade. Toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  4. Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F / 190°C). Make sure the grates are clean.
  6. Place the shrimp skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque, and slightly charred.
  7. Remove the skewers from the grill and serve immediately.