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Shrimp: Herb-Marinated Shrimp

Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients



• 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves
  
• 2 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  
• 2 Tbsp fresh oregano leaves
  
• 1/2 tsp salt
  
• 1/4 tsp pepper
  
• 3 cloves garlic, cut in half
  
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
  
• 1-1/2 pounds large (21- to 30-count) uncooked shrimp, peeled
  






Instructions



1. Combine basil, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper and garlic in food processor. Pulse to coarsely chop. Add olive oil and process to blend.
   
   
2. Place shrimp in resealable plastic bag. Spoon herb mixture into bag. Remove air from bag and seal. Distribute marinade over shrimp by squeezing and moving shrimp throughout bag. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
   
   
3. Preheat grill or allow coals to burn down to white ash. Place shrimp on skewers. Grill over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until done. Serve over cooked basmati rice with grilled vegetables.
   
   Makes 6 servings.
   
   






Final Comments


If using bamboo skewers, soak them in a bowl of water 30 minutes before putting them on the grill to avoid splintering and smoking.