Best Shrimp Marinade Ever (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Marinade
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1/4 cup olive oil
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1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika or ghost pepper powder (optional)
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1 teaspoon lime zest
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Hot sauce, to taste (optional)
→ Shrimp
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1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
# Instructions:
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Whisk together olive oil, honey, garlic, parsley, smoked paprika, lime zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Reserve a few tablespoons for finishing sauce if desired.
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Place the shrimp in a large zip-lock bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 15 to 20 minutes, or up to 1 hour.
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When ready to cook, drain the marinade and discard it. Grill or sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Transfer to a serving platter.
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Squeeze a bit of fresh lime juice over the shrimp before serving. Optionally use reserved marinade as a finishing sauce.
# Notes:
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Reserve a few tablespoons of marinade to use as a finishing sauce for extra flavor.