10-Minute Garlic Parmesan Shrimp (Print Format)
Tender grilled jumbo shrimp dressed with lemon-garlic sauce and Parmesan cheese, ready in 10 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Seafood
01 -
1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Seasonings
02 -
Kosher salt, to taste
03 -
Black pepper, to taste
04 -
Red pepper flakes, to taste
05 -
1 tsp dried oregano
→ Sauce and Garnish
06 -
Extra virgin olive oil, approximately 1/4 cup plus additional for tossing
07 -
4 large garlic cloves, crushed or minced
08 -
1/2 cup chopped parsley (optional)
09 -
1 lemon, zested and juiced
10 -
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
# Steps:
01 -
Pat shrimp dry and season with kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
02 -
In a large bowl, whisk together garlic, parsley if using, lemon zest and juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, and dried oregano. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.
03 -
Preheat grill or indoor griddle to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Grill shrimp approximately 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and just pink, about 5 minutes total depending on size.
04 -
Remove shrimp from heat immediately and toss in the prepared lemon-garlic sauce. Add Parmesan cheese and toss gently to coat. Transfer to serving plate and serve at once.
# Tips:
01 -
Use larger shrimp such as jumbo for ease of handling and to prevent drying out. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.