Pikandikes Garithes sti Skara (Spicy Barbequed Shrimp)

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~ Ingredients: ~ 1 pound large shrimp, peeled ~ Marinating Ingredients: ~ 1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar ~ Juice of 1/2 a lemon ~ 1/2 cup of olive oil ~ 2-3 garlic cloves sliced ~ 1/2 tsp dried red pepper flakes ~ 1 tsp lemon zest, grated ~ Oregano

 

~ Combine all marinade ingredients in a medium size bowl and mix well. ~ Add peeled shrimp making sure they are covered by the liquid. ~ Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator. ~ The longer they stay in the marinating ingredients the better. ~ Thread 3-4 shrimps on each skewer, piercing at head and tail. ~ Preheat grill on High, then reduce heat to Medium-High. ~ With the lid open, grill shrimp 2 to 3 minutes per side, basting once after first turn. ~ Shrimp are done when just pink and opaque. ~ Do not overcook. ~ You can accompany the BBQ Shrimp with rice, some Greek Salad or just on their own as an Appetizer. ~ If they are used as an appetizer they can be accompanied with the appropriate sauce. ~ Good luck and bon appétit.