Basil is a common and easy to use herb with a sweet flavor and rich aroma.

Shrimp Grilled in Basil Leaves

Peel and de-vein shrimp, leaving tails intact. Mix shrimp with lime juice, butter and red pepper flakes. Rinse basil leaves: pat dry. Fold a basil leaf around each shrimp. Thread two wrapped shrimp on each skewer. Brush with any remaining butter mixture. Grill over hot coals, turning once, for 4 minutes.

Featuring the following Urban Gardener plants:

Ocimum basilicum
Common Name: Basil

	24 large shrimp
	3 tbsp. fresh lime juice
	1/4 C. (1/2 stick) melted butter

	1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
	24 whole fresh basil leaves, about 2 inches long
	12 bamboo skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes

Additional Information

Difficulty Level: 1 · Serves: 6 · Cooking Time: 4-6 mins. ·