4 Easy Shrimp Marinades -

4 Easy Shrimp Marinades

These four easy shrimp marinades make meal prep delicious and versatile, ensuring your meals stay flavorful all week long.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Total Time 21

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Seafood

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Lemon Garlic Marinade

1/4 cup olive oil
2 lemons Juice of 2 lemons
4 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes

Cilantro Lime Marinade

1/4 cup olive oil
2 limes Juice of 2 limes
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt to taste

Teriyaki Marinade

1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Spicy Chipotle Marinade

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chipotle sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt to taste

Method

Prepare the Marinades

In a bowl, mix all the ingredients for each marinade. Stir well until combined.

Marinate the Shrimp

Take your raw shrimp (about 1 pound) and divide it into four portions.
Place each portion in a ziplock bag or bowl.
Pour the corresponding marinade over each shrimp portion, coating the shrimp evenly.
Seal the bags or cover the bowls and refrigerate. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.

Cook the Shrimp

When ready to cook, heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and cooked through.

Repeat

For each marinade, follow the same steps for cooking.

Notes

Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. Frozen shrimp works too, just ensure they are thawed properly. For more spice, add garlic or spices. Try to marinate the shrimp for at least 30 minutes to absorb flavors well. Cooked shrimp can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and raw marinated shrimp in the freezer for up to 3 months.