Grilled Shrimp Marinade

If loved our Grilled Shrimp Foil Packets or Grilled Shrimp Skewers then I know you will love this Grilled Shrimp Marinade. We use this marinade for a variety of seafood recipes because how easy it is to make.

We love the way grilled shrimp taste when it comes off the grill. The smoky flavor from the grill with the addition of the delicious marinade makes this my go-to recipe.

Why We Love This Recipe

• Pantry Ingredients- I love this recipe because these spices and sauces I keep stocked because I use them in a variety of recipes. Which makes this marinade budget friendly.
• Easy Prep Time – All the marinade ingredients combine easily in one bowl in a minutes.
• Versatile – We love that this marinade can be used for a variety of meats and side dishes.

Ingredients

• Jumbo Shrimp – Peeled and deveined is the best shrimp to buy
• Red Wine Vinegar – Check out these The Best Red Wine Vinegar Substitutes
• Minced Garlic – If bought fresh garlic cloves, learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
• Italian Seasoning – If are out, try these Best Italian Seasoning Substitute
• Lemon Juice – Still get the citrus flavor with these Best Substitute for Lemon Juice
• Worcestershire sauce – See The Best Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes

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Seasoning Variations

Since you are making this marinade from scratch you can easily add in fresh herbs or other types of seasoning. We like to add in ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes for a kick of spice.

Fresh parsley, thyme, basil and oregano are great additions or substitutes for the Italian seasoning. We also have added in a tablespoon of honey for a hint of sweetness.

How to Make Grilled Shrimp Marinade

• Step 1 – In a medium sized bowl combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, kosher salt, black pepper, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, Dijon Mustard and Worcestershire sauce.

• Step 2 – Add the shrimp and let marinate for at least one hour or overnight.

• Step 3 – Preheat the grill to medium high heat.
• Step 4 – Thread the shrimp on the skewers.

• Step 5 – Place on the grill. Grill on each side for about two minutes or until cooked through.

Recipe Tips

• Wooden Skewers – If you are grilling these shrimp on wooded skewers make sure to soak them in water before threading the shrimp on. This will prevent the skewers from burning while on the grill.
• Marinating Shrimp – We recommend marinating the shrimp for at least an hour before cooking. This will give the shrimp the best flavor.
• Cooking Shrimp –Cooking time will vary when cooking shrimp. If you prefer you can cook your shrimp directly on the grill grates or grill pan. You can even cook on a sheet pan lined with foil in the oven under the broil. We recommend flipping shrimp every 2 minutes to ensure that the shrimp is fully cooked.

Serving Suggestions

Grilling shrimp is one of my favorite seafood recipes to cook. We love to serve with our favorite side dishes for a complete meal idea. Serve with Instant pot White Rice Recipe, Easy Caesar Salad Recipe, and Microwave Baked Potatoes for a delicious meal idea.

We have even made The Best Shrimp Tacos Recipe with this best shrimp marinade. Garnish the shrimp with lemon zest for a crowd pleasing meal.