Ingredients for Australian Shrimp On The Barbie
- Butter
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- Shallot
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 pound fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
- fresh spinach leaves (for lining platter)
- lemon wedges (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- narrow skewers
- crusty bread (optional)
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How to Make Australian Shrimp On The Barbie
- In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl and gently toss to coat.
- Marinate for at least 1 hour at room temperature or up to 5 hours in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally.
- Preheat your barbecue to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto narrow skewers.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
- Line a platter with fresh spinach leaves.
- Arrange the grilled shrimp skewers on the spinach-lined platter.
- Garnish with lemon wedges and serve immediately. Enjoy your taste of Australia!
- Optional: Serve with crusty bread for dipping in any leftover marinade.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
37 g
Sugar
0g
Fat
41g
Carbs
0g
