Grilled shrimp kissed with zesty lemon, followed by a coffee cream pie that’s smoother than your best excuse for skipping the gym. The smoky, citrus-infused shrimp perfectly contrasts the rich, velvety pie, making this meal an unexpected flavor bomb. If you think seafood and coffee don’t belong together, prepare to be humbled. This dish proves that savory and sweet can coexist in the most delicious way possible. Forget boring, predictable meals—this one’s here to challenge your taste buds and possibly your entire worldview.

Lemon Grilled Shrimp with Coffee Cream Pie

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Juicy, lemony grilled shrimp with a bold, charred finish, balanced by a coffee cream pie that melts in your mouth.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings 4 servings

Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients

For the Lemon Grilled Shrimp:

Shrimp large, peeled & deveined – 1 lb
Lemon juice – ¼ cup
Olive oil – 2 tbsp
Garlic minced – 2 cloves
Paprika – 1 tsp
Salt – ½ tsp
Black pepper – ½ tsp
Chili flakes – ½ tsp optional
Fresh parsley chopped – 1 tbsp

For the Coffee Cream Pie:

Heavy cream – 1 cup
Whole milk – 1 cup
Espresso powder – 1 tbsp
Sugar – ½ cup
Cornstarch – 2 tbsp
Egg yolks – 3
Dark chocolate melted – ¼ cup
Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
Pie crust pre-baked – 1

Instructions

For the Lemon Grilled Shrimp:

Mix lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes in a bowl.
Toss shrimp in the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
Heat grill to medium-high and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

For the Coffee Cream Pie:

In a saucepan, combine milk, cream, espresso powder, and sugar over medium heat. Stir continuously.
Whisk cornstarch and egg yolks in a separate bowl, then slowly add to the saucepan.
Stir until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
Remove from heat, add melted chocolate and vanilla, then mix well.
Pour into pre-baked pie crust and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

Calories: 480
Total Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):

Vitamin A – 12%
Vitamin C – 10%
Calcium – 15%
Iron – 8%
Potassium – 7%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

Add honey to the shrimp marinade for a touch of sweetness.
Use dark chocolate shavings on the pie for extra decadence.
Grill lemon halves alongside the shrimp for a smoky citrus kick.

Lemon Grilled Shrimp with Coffee Cream Pie