BBQ and Chicken Lodge

Grilled shrimp are great on the bbq, as long as you know how to prepare them properly. There are several grilling tips for shrimp that you can follow in order to make sure that your shrimp are properly grilled.

The first and most important of our grilling tips for shrimp is to make sure that you choose the right size shrimp. One of the biggest mistakes that many people make when grilling shrimp is to try to grill shrimp that are too small. Using small shrimp is a sure way to add headache to your grilling, they are difficult to work with on a grill, and simply don’t work. Instead, make sure you choose large sized shrimp, the larger the better. Not only will they be easier to handle, but they will look much better than a bunch of small grilled shrimp!

The second of our grilling tips for shrimp that you should follow is to make sure that you either use a grilling basket or a skewer. This makes it easier to handle the shrimp while you are cooking them. It is only a matter of personal preference as to whether you go with the basket or a skewer.
 
Another mistake that is commonly made is overcooking your shrimp. Shrimp cook very quickly so you will need to watch them carefully. Overcooked shrimp will become very tough and flavorless. The result will be shrimp that are not nearly as tasty as they could be when prepared properly, so be sure to keep a close eye on your shrimp and avoid overcooking them.

There are many additional grilling tips for shrimp that you can use to add flavor to your shrimp, depending upon your taste. Some grilling tips for shrimp call for brushing olive oil on the shrimp before cooking. If you want the taste of the shrimp to shine through this is an excellent recipe to use.

You could also add some seasoning, depending on what flavor you are looking for. Many grilling tips for shrimp include seasonings such as lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, basil, parsley, etc. You might also consider experimenting with some of your favorite herbs and seasonings as well to create a unique taste.  We really like garlic butter shrimp, when grilled properly, they are amazing!