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Shrimp Marinade

A flavorful marinade perfect for enhancing the taste of shrimp before grilling or sautéing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, main
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Seafood
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat
Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
Marinate the Shrimp
  1. Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour for more flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 20gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the shrimp for at least 30 minutes. This marinade can also be used for other seafood or chicken.

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