Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow. (James 1:17)

Grilled Marinated Shrimp

1 cup olive oil

¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

1 lemon, juiced

2 T. hot pepper sauce

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 T. tomato paste

2 t. dried oregano

1 t. salt

1 t. ground black pepper

2 lbs large shrimp, peeled & deveined with tails attached

skewers


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.