Chimichurri Shrimp Skewers

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Author: The Hungry Hooker

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Chimichurri Shrimp Skewers

Prep time: 20 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 50 Min

Ingredients

Shrimp Skewers

• 1 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1 tbsp avocado oil or ghee oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 4 wooden skewers

Chimichurri Sauce

• 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (seeds removed)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup cilantro, finely chopped
• 1/3 cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• red pepper flakes, to taste
• salt, to taste

Instructions

1. soak the skewers in water for at least 20 minutes.
2. in a large bowl, season the peeled shrimp. start by covering the shrimp with 1 tbsp avocado oil and season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
3. stick about 4-5 shrimp on each skewer.
4. place the shrimp on the grill heated at 375 degrees. cook on each side for 2.5-3 minutes.
5. prepare the chimichurri sauce. in a small bowl, combine 1 jalapeño, 3 garlic cloves, 1/3 cup red wine vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/3 cup cilantro, 1/3 cup parsley, 1 shallot, red pepper flakes, and salt.
6. serve the chimichurri over the grilled shrimp skewers and enjoy!