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Spicy Garlic Parmesan Grilled Shrimp with Lemon-Herb Aioli 🦐🧄🧀
This Spicy Garlic Parmesan Grilled Shrimp recipe is perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. Juicy shrimp are coated in a spicy garlic parmesan marinade, grilled to perfection, and served with a tangy Lemon-Herb Aioli that adds a refreshing kick! Whether you’re hosting a BBQ, looking for a quick dinner, or craving a healthy, protein-packed dish, this recipe has you covered!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️
✅ Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes!
✅ Full of Flavor – Spicy, garlicky, cheesy shrimp with a creamy, zesty aioli? Yes, please!
✅ Perfect for Entertaining – A crowd-pleasing appetizer or main dish.
✅ Healthy Option – High in protein and low in carbs!
Ingredients 🛒
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 🦐
- 3 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
- 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 🌶️
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) 🔥
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
- Juice of 1/2 lemon 🍋
For the Lemon-Herb Aioli:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise 🧴
- 1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon 🍋
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced 🧄
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil or thyme 🌱
- Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
Instructions 👨🍳
Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp 🦐
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to create the marinade.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade and toss until the shrimp are well coated. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Step 2: Make the Lemon-Herb Aioli 🍋
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, parsley, and dried herbs.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the consistency by adding a splash of water or olive oil if it’s too thick.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 3: Grill the Shrimp 🔥
- Preheat your grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat.
- Thread the shrimp onto skewers for easy grilling. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning.
- Place the shrimp on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Sprinkle the shrimp with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a squeeze of lemon juice during the last minute of cooking.
Step 4: Serve 🧀🍤
- Remove the shrimp from the grill and sprinkle with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
- Serve the shrimp hot with the Lemon-Herb Aioli on the side for dipping.
- Garnish with additional lemon wedges and grated Parmesan if desired.
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