Grilled Shrimp Skewers

2 pounds medium shrimp (unshelled weight)
3 1 /2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2/3 cup Italian bread crumbs
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons parsley
salt
pepper
skewers

  • Shell and devein the shrimp.  Pat dry and put in a bowl.  
  • Add the oils and the bread crumbs until the shrimp are coated lightly.   Add the garlic, parsley, salt and pepper and toss. 
  • Let the shrimp steep in their coating for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
  • Preheat the broiler at least 15 minutes before you are ready to cook, or prepare your grill.
  • Skewer the shrimp tightly and cook briefly, close to the source of heat. 
  • Depending on their size and the intensity of the fire, about 2 minutes on one side and 1 1/2 minutes on the other.