Recipe for cooking lemon garlic shrimp

Starters and Snacks :: Finger Foods

Lemon Garlic Shrimp

1 lb. lrg. shrimp (26-30) peeled, deveined and cooked
Juice and zest of two lemons
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh garlic
1/2 C. chopped finely parsley
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/4 C. extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. capers
Garnish: lemon zest, lemon slices, chopped fresh parsley

Clean shrimp, if necessary, and poach until pink. Cool in ice. Drain shrimp from ice.

In mixing bowl, whisk together lemon zest, juice, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil and capers.

Add the shrimp, toss to mix well. Refrigerate at least 1 hr. before servings.

Arrange shrimp in decorative design on platter. Garnish with lemon zest and parsley.

Servings 4 to 6.