Grilled Garlic and Herb Shrimp

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons ground paprika
• 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
• 2 pounds large shrimp (21-25 per pound), peeled and deveined

Instructions

1. Whisk the paprika, garlic, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, olive oil, pepper, basil and brown sugar together in a bowl until thoroughly blended.
2. Stir in the shrimp, and toss to evenly coat with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, turning once.
3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat. Lightly oil grill grate, and place about 4 inches from heat source.
4. Remove shrimp from marinade, drain excess, and discard marinade.
5. Place shrimp on preheated grill and cook, turning once, until opaque in the center, 5 to 6 minutes. Serve immediately.

Attribution

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