Shelly's Recipe

GRILLED PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED SHRIMP

Category: Seafood and Fish - Grilled

24 jumbo shrimp, uncooked
6 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
4 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary leaves
2 tbsp sliced garlic cloves
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, dill weed and tarragon leaves
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
Salt and pepper
12 slices (about 4 oz) paper-thin prosciutto, cut in half crosswise
Lemon wedges
Rosemary sprigs

Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving tails on.

In a large bowl or large re-sealable plastic bag, combine olive oil, rosemary, garlic, red pepper, dill weed, tarragon leaves, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Add the prepared shrimp and toss to coats. Let marinade for approximately 1 hour (no more).

Preheat barbecue grill (oil hot grill to help prevent sticking).

When ready to grill, remove the shrimp from the marinade and tightly wrap each with a slice of prosciutto (because the prosciutto is thin, it will stay wrapped).

Place shrimp onto hot grill and cook approximately 2 to 3 minutes on one side; turn and cook another 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp are opaque in center (cut to test). Remove from grill.

To serve, arrange warm shrimp on a large serving platter with lemon wedges and rosemary sprigs.