Description
Delicious grilled shrimp skewers marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and herbs, perfect for BBQ gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers.
- Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Remove from the grill and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro to the marinade.
- Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Adjust the spice level by adding cayenne pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Grilled Shrimp Skewers, BBQ Shrimp, Shrimp Recipes, Grilled Seafood