Grilled Shrimp Pili Pili
Ignite your taste buds with Grilled Shrimp Pili Pili, a zesty and fiery dish inspired by bold African flavors. Perfectly tender, smoky shrimp are marinated in a vibrant blend of minced garlic, red chilies, earthy paprika, and a tangy hint of fresh lemon juice, then grilled to perfection for a beautifully charred finish. This quick and easy recipe, ready in under 30 minutes, delivers big flavor with minimal effort, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners. Serve these spicy shrimp skewers with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and lemon wedges for a bright, citrusy touch, and elevate your grilling game with this irresistible dish.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Red chilies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the marinade by combining minced garlic, chopped red chilies, paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2
Add the shrimp to the bowl, making sure it is fully coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl and let the shrimp marinate in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes.
Step 3
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Step 4
Thread the shrimp onto skewers, piercing through the thickest part of the shrimp to secure them. (If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.)
Step 5
Grill the shrimp skewers for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are opaque and fully cooked with a slight char on the edges.
Step 6
Transfer the grilled shrimp to a serving platter and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Step 7
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 611.6 grams (611.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1004 |
| Total Fat 58.30g | 75% |
| Saturated Fat 9.30g | 47% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g | |
| Cholesterol 857mg | 286% |
| Sodium 2876mg | 125% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.70g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.50g | 9% |
| Total Sugars 3.20g | |
| Protein 111.00g | 222% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 369mg | 28% |
| Iron 4mg | 21% |
| Potassium 1615mg | 34% |
Source of Calories