Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or you can use brown sugar)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika ((try an extra pinch or two of ghost pepper powder for some great spiciness!))
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more as desired - optional, for spicier marinade)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (1/4 teaspoon each is usually good)
  • Hot Sauce to taste (optional)
  • 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)

Instruction

  • Whisk together the olive oil, honey, garlic, parsley, paprika, lime zest, red pepper flakes and salt and pepper in a small bowl. Reserve a few tablespoons now if you'd like to use some as a finishing sauce.
  • Place the shrimp in a large zip-lock bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate at least 15 to 20 minutes, or for 1 hour before cooking.
  • When ready to cook, drain the marinade and discard it.
  • Grill or saute the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Transfer to a serving platter.
  • Squeeze on a bit of fresh lime juice to finish.