Grilled Gulf Shrimp with Herb Butter
Juicy Gulf shrimp grilled to perfection and topped with a zesty herb butter, served with a side of crusty bread and lemon wedges. This southern-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs large shrimp, unsalted butter, fresh parsley for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 loaf crusty bread
- 4 lemon wedges
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (400°F/200°C). Peel and devein shrimp, then pat dry with paper towels.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine butter, parsley, dill, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside.
- Step 3: Brush the shrimp with 1 tbsp olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
- Step 4: Remove shrimp from the grill and let rest for 2 minutes. Spoon the herb butter over the shrimp and serve immediately with warm bread and lemon wedges.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Gulf Shrimp with Herb Butter take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Gulf Shrimp with Herb Butter?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Gulf Shrimp with Herb Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Gulf Shrimp with Herb Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Gulf Shrimp with Herb Butter?
Southern seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
