Greek Grilled Jumbo Shrimp W/ Lemon & Oregano Dressing |
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Prep Time: 40 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Aahhh another FAV from GOURMET MAGAZINE. PERFECT as a SUMMERTIME GRILL APPY! Have plenty of Crusty Bread to dip into any leftover dressing! NOTE: Number of servings vary on size per lb for shrimp. Ingredients:
3 lbs large shrimp (approx.7/8 shrimp per lb) |
4 large garlic cloves |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
1/2 teaspoon black pepper |
3/4 cup olive oil |
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh oregano |
3 lemons (cut into 6 wedges) |
Directions:
1. Clean and Devein Shrimp leaving shells in place.
2. Mince and mash Garlic in a Mortar and Pestle. Place in Blender with Fresh Lemon Juice and Black Pepper until smooth. With motor running, add oil in a slow stream, blending till emulsified. Transfer dressing to a bowl and add in your chopped FRESH OREGANO.
3. Prepare your GRILL (Moderate Heat for GAS and Direct Heat with Med-HOT Charcoal.
4. Toss Shrimp with 1/4 Cup Dressing in a Large Bowl and marinate NO more than 15 minutes(Texture of Shrimp will change if marinated longer!).
5. Brush Lemon wedges with some of remaining dressing and grill till marks appear (approx 5 minutes) then transfer to large patter.
6. GRILL shrimp on lighlty oiled Grill Rack, turning over once till cooked through approx 8 minutes total Transfer to platter with Lemons as grilled ~ Top with remaining dressing!
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