Oaxacan Grilled Shrimp - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 lbs large shrimp
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup fresh parsley
1/3 cup fresh cilantro
4 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
wooden skewer

Preparation

Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Shell and devein. Set aside.
Soak skewers in water.
Throw all the ingredients, except for the shrimp, into a blender and process until a fine puree.
In a large glass bowl, sit together shrimp and marinade. Cover and chill for 1/2 an hour.
Drain shrimp and reserve marinade. Thread shrimp on skewers.
Grill skewers medium high heat just until they turn pink, turning frequently and brushing with reserved marinade. Takes about 15 minutes.