Grilled Garlic Pepper Shrimp

Succulent shrimp, bursting with flavor and a healthy kick of spice. The skewers can be made ahead. Try it with mixed vegetables, red pepper, onion, zucchini, whatever you like. Prep time includes marinating time.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb shrimp, peeled and deveined, tail on
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 3  garlic cloves, mashed to creamy
• 1  tablespoon  hot shot black and red pepper blend or 1  tablespoon  fresh fresh coarse ground black pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cumin
•  cayenne pepper
• 1⁄2 lime, juice of
•  salt
• 1  tablespoon  chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

1. Combine garlic, olive oil, Hot Shot, cumin, cayenne, lime, salt and parsley (if using).
2. Add cleaned shrimp, and stir to coat.
3. Marinate 1-2 hours in the refrigerator.
4. Thread shrimp on skewers that have been soaked in water for 30 minutes (to avoid burning).
5. Grill over fairly high heat until cooked through, about 5 minutes total, turning once.
6. Serve with lime wedges.