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Tarragon-Grapefruit Shrimp, with apologies to mrslarkin

Tarragon-Grapefruit Shrimp, with apologies to mrslarkin

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  • This recipe was entered in the contest for Your Best Citrus Recipe
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    checker's Notes: She came up with the whole thing. I just threw some shrimp at it. In the interest of full disclosure I will admit that I have yet to take a precise measurement when making this. We love...

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Serves 6-8

2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined Ask a question about this ingredient

juice of half a large ruby grapefruit Ask a question about this ingredient

2 teaspoons sherry vinegar Ask a question about this ingredient

large handful fresh tarragon, chopped Ask a question about this ingredient

2 large cloves garlic, minced Ask a question about this ingredient

1 large shallot, minced Ask a question about this ingredient

1 cup olive oil Ask a question about this ingredient

salt and pepper Ask a question about this ingredient

grapefruit juice and chopped tarragon for garnish Ask a question about this ingredient

  1. Mix the ingredients for the marinade, testing as you go. (Like I said, I am not totally sure about the measurements. I think that is right for the vinegar but it could be more or less. Here you can blame me and not mrslarkin, because she is such an awesome cook and generous commenter and would never post a recipe without good measurements and I’m sure she will still leave a kind comment here and the point is that she rocks…)

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  2. In a large ziploc bag or lidded container combine the shrimp and marinade. Leave it in the fridge overnight, or as long as possible.

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  3. When ready to cook, heat a grill or grill pan.

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  4. Skewer the shrimp. Cook for about 3-4 minutes a side, or until done.

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  5. Remove the shrimp from the skewers and pile them in a bowl or platter. Give them a squirt of fresh grapefruit juice and a light sprinkling of chopped tarragon for garnish. Enjoy.

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8 Comments on Tarragon-Grapefruit Shrimp, with apologies to mrslarkin

Img_2764 Reply

Yum to both of you! Love the tarragon-grapefruit combination.

Checker Reply

It was new to me before this and now I simply love it. Thanks!

L1010593 Reply

I'm making this tonight! I have fresh tarragon and shrimp are only a drive away...Checker and mrslarkin, I thank you!!!

Checker Reply

I hope you like it. We have it every few weeks right now. Very refreshing. Thanks!

Newliztoqueicon-2 Reply

Looks like you improved on a winner - nice.

Checker Reply

Thank you! With great chefs like mrslarkin putting out such wonderful recipes, that is not hard to do.

Mrs Reply

*blush* Thank you, checker! Always thrilled when I can provide inspiration to folks. And holy moly, your recipe sounds awesome! Will definitely be trying it this summer!

Checker Reply

No, thank you! The grapefruit and tarragon combination was quite a revelation. My fiance could - and will if I am not around - eat what is known to us as "Lemon Chicken" and consists of chicken thighs roasted with lemon juice and tarragon (and the standard olive oil, salt and pepper) for dinner every night. The moment I saw your grapefruit combo I knew we had to try it, and we loved it. So refreshing! Thanks for always being such an inspiration!

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