Description
Bourbon Butter Grilled Shrimp is a sensational dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich, buttery bourbon marinade. This recipe creates mouthwatering flavors that transport you to sunny backyard gatherings. Whether you’re entertaining friends or enjoying a quiet dinner at home, these shrimp are sure to impress. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll feel like a culinary star in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, bourbon, minced garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, ensuring they are snug but not overcrowded.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove from grill and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 282
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg