Basil Shrimp

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This was given to me by my friend, Elaine. It is one of the most delicious shrimp recipes for the BBQ I have ever had, and it is so easy. My son would eat the whole recipe if I didn't watch him.

Submitted by Gail Laulette

Updated on November 16, 2022

close up view of Basil Shrimp on skewers

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Prep Time:

25 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr

Total Time:

1 hr 30 mins

Servings:

9

Yield:

9 servings

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Ingredients

2 ½ tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup butter, melted
1 ½ lemons, juiced
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard (such as Grey Poupon Country Mustard™)
½ cup minced fresh basil leaves
3 cloves garlic, minced
salt to taste
white pepper
3 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
skewers

Directions

In a shallow, non-porous dish or bowl, mix together olive oil and melted butter. Stir in lemon juice, mustard, basil, and garlic, and season with salt and white pepper. Add shrimp, and toss to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Preheat grill to high heat. Remove shrimp from marinade, and thread onto skewers. Discard marinade.
Lightly oil grill grate, and arrange skewers on preheated grill. Cook for 4 minutes, turning once, or until opaque.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

206	Calories
10g	Fat
2g	Carbs
25g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 9
Calories 206
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g	13%
Saturated Fat 4g	21%
Cholesterol 244mg	81%
Sodium 426mg	19%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 25g	50%
Vitamin C 9mg	9%
Calcium 56mg	4%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 241mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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