For a deeper flavor, marinate the shrimp for up to 2 hours. Serve the grilled shrimp immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lemon juice. This marinade is also excellent on chicken or fish.
Easy Grilled Shrimp Marinade
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME5 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS21
Transform ordinary shrimp into a culinary delight with this vibrant marinade, boasting a tantalizing blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy notes. Perfect as an appetizer or a light meal, these grilled shrimp are guaranteed to impress.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate4 g
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Cholesterol173 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein19 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium430 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, ketchup, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, cilantro, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper until well combined. (5 minutes)
02
Step
30 mins
Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour, to allow the flavors to meld. (30-60 minutes)
03
Step
5 mins
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. (5 minutes)
04
Step
5 mins
Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers. (10 minutes)
05
Step
5 mins
Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, and have a slight char. (4-6 minutes)
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Dedrick Dooley
Jun 22, 2025This marinade is fantastic! The shrimp came out so flavorful and juicy.
Reyna Olson
Jun 15, 2025I loved the little kick from the cayenne pepper. I will definitely make this again!
Estefania Huel
Jun 14, 2025I used this marinade on chicken and it was delicious. Thanks for the great recipe!
Maggie Spencer
May 30, 2025So easy and quick to make. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Jimmy Oconnell
Apr 16, 2025My kids even loved these! A definite win.
Marquis Zieme
Apr 1, 2025The balsamic vinegar adds a great depth of flavor to the marinade.
Jaime Macejkovic
Mar 30, 2025I added a little honey to the marinade for a touch of sweetness. It was amazing!