Grilled Shrimp Skewers — FamilyPlate recipe🍤

Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Tender shrimp skewers marinated and grilled to perfection.

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Difficulty
medium
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Meal Type
dinner

Nutrition (per serving)

200kcal
Calories
25g
Protein
3g
Carbs
10g
Fat

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

  2. 2

    Add the shrimp to the marinade mixture, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

  3. 3

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp for even cooking.

  5. 5

    Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

  6. 6

    Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a minute.

  7. 7

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

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