Lemon Garlic And Basil Shrimp Skewers Food

LEMON, GARLIC AND BASIL SHRIMP SKEWERS

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk lemon juice with oil, mustard, garlic and lemon peel.
• Add shrimp and stir to coat.
• Marinate, covered and refrigerated, for about 45 minutes.
• Grease grill and preheat barbecue to high.
• Thread shrimp onto skewers and sprinkle both sides lightly with salt.
• Place on grill and barbecue until shrimp are pink, about 1½ to 2 minutes a side.
• Remove, place on a platter and sprinkle with basil.

LEMON GARLIC SHRIMP SKEWERS

Steps:

• In a bowl, mix salt and sugar; add shrimp and stir to coat.
• Cover and chill 45 mins to 1 hour.
• Rinse shrimp well and drain; also rinse and dry bowl.
• Return shrimp to bowl; add olive oil, parsley, lemon peel, garlic and pepper. Mix to coat.
• Thread shrimp on soaked wooden skewers.
• Grill over hot coals or high heat (you should be able to hold you hand over the heat for only 2 to 3 secs) turning once, until shrimp are bright pink and opagque but still moist-looking, 5 to 6 minutes.

GARLIC GRILLED SHRIMP SKEWERS

Steps:

• Add the olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, garlic, and spices to a small mixing bowl and whisk together.
• Place the shrimp in a bowl and pour 3/4 of the marinade on top of the shrimp. Mix together gently until the shrimp are well coated.
• Cover the bowl and marinate the shrimp for 30 minutes to an hour.
• Thread the shrimp on the skewers and make sure to get all the good garlic and herbs from the bowl and spread on to the shrimp.
• Heat a grill or grill pan on medium high heat.
• Once the grill is hot, place the shrimp skewers on the grill and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes each side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
• Remove the shrimp to a plate and spoon the remaining marinade on top before serving.

LEMON-BASIL GRILLED SHRIMP & COUSCOUS

Steps:

• Cook couscous according to package directions; remove from heat. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk lemon juice, oil, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper until blended; stir in 1/4 cup basil. Stir 1/4 cup dressing into cooked couscous; reserve remaining dressing., Thread shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill shrimp, covered, on an oiled rack over medium-high heat until pink, 2-3 minutes on each side., Remove shrimp from skewers; toss with reserved dressing. Serve with couscous. Sprinkle with lemon zest and remaining basil.

BASIL SHRIMP

Steps:

• In a shallow, non-porous dish or bowl, mix together olive oil and melted butter. Stir in lemon juice, mustard, basil, and garlic, and season with salt and white pepper. Add shrimp, and toss to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
• Preheat grill to high heat. Remove shrimp from marinade, and thread onto skewers. Discard marinade.
• Lightly oil grill grate, and arrange skewers on preheated grill. Cook for 4 minutes, turning once, or until opaque.

LEMON BASIL SHRIMP

Steps:

• Place all the ingredients, except the prawns, in a shallow dish and mix well, taste or you want to add more mustard.
• Add the prawns and toss to coat, cover, refrigerate for 1 hour.
• Remove the prawns from the marinade and thread on skewers.
• Cook over medium coals for 2-3 minutes on each side, basting with any remaining marinade from time to time.
• Serve immediately.

LEMON GARLIC SHRIMP KABOBS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray. Thread shrimp and lemon halves onto skewers. Place skewers onto the prepared baking sheet. Place into oven and roast just until pink, firm and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.* Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Stir in lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme and basil until fragrant, about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve shrimp skewers immediately, brushed with butter mixture and garnished with parsley, if desired.