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Flavorful Grilled Garlic Butter Shrimp Foil Packets

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A quick and easy summer BBQ recipe featuring juicy shrimp grilled in garlic butter foil packets, delivering smoky, garlicky richness with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 small zucchini, sliced (optional)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk gently to mix.
  3. Add peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl and toss until evenly coated. Add zucchini slices and cherry tomatoes if using, and toss again.
  4. Cut four large pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil, about 12×12 inches each. Spoon equal portions of shrimp and vegetable mixture onto the center of each foil piece.
  5. Fold the foil over the shrimp and crimp edges tightly, leaving space inside for steam to circulate.
  6. Place foil packets on the preheated grill. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side, flipping carefully with tongs, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  7. Remove packets from grill and let rest for 2 minutes before opening. Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top.
  8. Serve hot directly from foil packets with extra lemon wedges for squeezing.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp; start checking at 5 minutes. Seal foil packets tightly to trap steam and juices. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Adding a splash of fresh lemon juice before serving brightens the dish. Leftover garlic butter sauce makes a great dipping sauce or drizzle.

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Keywords: grilled shrimp, garlic butter shrimp, foil packet recipe, summer BBQ, easy shrimp recipe, grilled seafood, quick dinner

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