Grilled Shrimp Brochettes

Ingredients

Marinade

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon tarragon, fresh, minced or 1 teaspoon tarragon, dried
• Salt and pepper to taste

Shrimp

• 24 shrimp, extra-large, shelled and deveined, tail on
• 4-6 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 2 hours
  

Instructions

1. In a large ceramic or glass bowl combine ingredients.
2. Add shrimp and let marinate, covered and chilled, 30 minutes.
3. Thread shrimp on skewers.
4. Heat grill pan over moderately high heat until hot, add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through but still slightly springy.

Serves 6 to 8 as an appetizer.

Posted by bettyboop50 at Recipe Goldmine April 27, 2001.