Gordon Ramsay’s Grilled Shrimp Recipe

This Gordon Ramsay’s Grilled Shrimp Recipe is a zesty and garlicky recipe, which is made with fresh garlic and lemon juice. It’s a straightforward recipe, ready in about 15 minutes.

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Gordon Ramsay’s Grilled Shrimp Recipe Ingredients

• 450g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 garlic clove
• 5g kosher salt
• 30ml olive oil (plus extra for grill)
• 60ml lemon juice
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1g paprika
• 1g dried oregano
• 0.5g black pepper

How To Make Gordon Ramsay’s Grilled Shrimp

1. Make the marinade: In a small bowl, mash the garlic and kosher salt together to form a paste. Whisk in the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, oregano, and black pepper.
2. Marinate the shrimp: Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels. Toss them in the marinade. Let them sit for no more than 15 minutes.
3. Prep the grill: While the shrimp marinates, soak wooden skewers in water if you’re using them. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
4. Grill the shrimp: Thread the shrimp onto the skewers. Grill for about 2 minutes per side, until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and lightly charred.
5. Serve immediately: Serve the shrimp hot, with extra lemon zest or lemon wedges if desired.

Recipe Tips

• How do I keep my shrimp from getting tough? The most important rule is to not overcook them. Shrimp cook in just a few minutes. They are done as soon as they turn pink and curl into a “C” shape. Pull them off the grill immediately.
• How do I prevent shrimp from sticking to the grill? A hot, clean, and well-oiled grill is key. Patting the shrimp dry before marinating and lightly oiling the fish itself just before grilling also provides extra insurance against sticking.
• Why shouldn’t I marinate the shrimp for too long? The marinade contains a lot of acid from the lemon juice. If you let the shrimp sit in it for longer than 15-20 minutes, the acid will start to “cook” the shrimp (like in ceviche) and can make the texture soft and mushy.
• Can I cook these without skewers? Yes, you can place the shrimp directly on the grill grates. Just be careful that they don’t fall through. If you’re using a grill pan, skewers are not necessary at all.

What To Serve With Grilled Shrimp

These zesty, garlicky shrimp are a fantastic main course or appetizer. They pair perfectly with:

• A simple rice pilaf or couscous
• Grilled vegetables like asparagus, zucchini, and bell peppers
• A fresh Greek or Caesar salad
• Crusty bread for soaking up any juices

How To Store Grilled Shrimp

Refrigerate: Store leftover grilled shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat: You can eat the leftovers cold, flaked over a salad, or reheat them gently in a skillet over low heat just until warmed through. Be careful not to overcook them.

Grilled Shrimp Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 119kcal
• Carbohydrates: 4g
• Protein: 20g
• Fat: 2g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5g
• Sodium: 700mg

Nutrition information is estimated per serving and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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• Gordon Ramsay Shrimp Risotto Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay’s Shrimp Cocktail Recipe
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