Marinated Shrimp Appetizer Recipes

Steps:

• In a 3-qt. glass serving bowl, combine shrimp, onion, lemons and olives. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over shrimp mixture and stir gently to coat. , Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaf before serving.

Steps:

• Defrost shrimp, if it is frozen.
• Note: I prefer to use medium/large shrimp with tails on, but any kind can be used.
• Combine oil, lemon juice, herbs, and a few shakes of salt.
• Mix well and pour into a zipper bag with shrimp.
• Turn bag to coat all shrimp well.
• Place in refrigerator and marinate at least a few hours.

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine the shrimp, oil, garlic, rosemary, oregano and bay leaves. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours. , Pour shrimp and marinade into a large deep skillet. Add wine or broth, salt and pepper. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaves. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a serving dish.

Steps:

• Heat grill to medium-high heat.
• Thread shrimp onto skewers; brush with oil. Grill 2 to 4 min. or until shrimp turn pink, turning once.
• Remove shrimp from skewers; cut lengthwise in half. Place in medium bowl. Add lime juice and peppers; mix lightly.
• Top chips with cheese, shrimp mixture, guacamole and tomatoes.

Steps:

• Using a medium sauce pot, place the shrimp in 1 inch (or more) cover the shrimp.
• Bring to a boil.
• Cover and immediately remove from heat. Set aside 1 minute.
• Drain and rinse the shrimp under cold water to stop the cooking and put into a bowl.
• Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise, devein and deseed. Place in a bowl with the shrimp.
• Toss with 1/2 cup of water, lime juice, cilantro, and salt to taste.
• Cover and refrigerate up to 1 day ahead.
• On day serving, drain the shrimp. Toss with Old Bay if using. Add different sized crackers and a tooth pick. Put dipping sauce beside the shrimp. Sprinkle chives on top.

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl, mix together olive oil, parsley, lemon juice, hot sauce, garlic, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Reserve a small amount for basting later. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag with shrimp. Seal, and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
• Preheat grill for medium-low heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. Discard marinade.
• Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp for 5 minutes per side, or until opaque, basting frequently with reserved marinade.