Basil Shrimp Recipe

This irresistible Basil Shrimp Skewer recipe is a crowd-pleaser, guaranteed to disappear fast! Inspired by a friend's recipe, these succulent shrimp are marinated in a vibrant blend of lemon, garlic, basil, and Dijon mustard, then grilled to perfection. Get ready for rave reviews – there will be no leftovers!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 1088.2 kcal
Protein 93g
Rating 4.6 (18 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basil Shrimp

  • 1 pound shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons Grey Poupon mustard
  • 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) butter
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh basil
  • juice of 1 large lemon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Basil Shrimp

  1. Melt 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons or 57g) of butter in a medium-sized bowl.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  3. Squeeze the juice of 1 large lemon into the bowl.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of Grey Poupon mustard and 1/4 cup of minced fresh basil.
  5. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  6. Whisk the mixture thoroughly and marinate 1 pound of cleaned shrimp for at least 1 hour (longer is better!).
  7. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers. Grill over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

84 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

87g

Carbs

1g