How-To Section
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Arrange the coals
Arrange the coals
Fire up a full chimney of Original Kingsford® Charcoal, or light a pile of about 100 briquets and prepare a two-zone fire. Heat should be medium-high, which means you can comfortably hold your hand above the coals for five to six seconds. Add 2 to 3 chunks of your favorite smoking wood or a handful of wood chips, then replace the main cooking grate and let the grill heat up. - 2
Select your shrimp.
Select your shrimp.
Go for large shrimp, often labeled 16/20 (roughly 16-20 shrimp per pound). Smaller shrimp tend to dry out quickly. Shell-on shrimp are also preferable to peeled, as the shell will help protect the meat and retain moisture while cooking. - 3
Prep your shrimp.
Prep your shrimp.
Rinse shrimp in cold water and pat dry with paper towels. To ensure easy turning on the grill, place them onto skewers, 4 to 6 shrimp per stick. To prevent the shrimp from spinning, opt for flat metal skewers, or two wooden skewers side-by-side. Brush the shrimp with olive oil, and season with Kosher salt and ground black pepper. - 4
Start grilling.
Start grilling.
Place the skewers on the hot side of the grill and allow shrimp to cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they are slightly pink with opaque flesh. - 5
Finish, plate & serve.
Finish, plate & serve.
Once the shrimp have finished cooking, remove from the grill and plate. Drizzle them with olive oil and a touch of fresh lemon juice or melted butter. Serve immediately.

Cook an American classic with an American Original— Kingsford® Original Charcoal.
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