Spicy Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Spicy Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Ingredients
For the Spicy Garlic Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails on
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For Assembly
- 8 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes if grilling
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, lemon juice, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Whisk well to combine.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, tossing gently to ensure all shrimp are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour, to allow the flavors to meld.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F) or a large grill pan over medium-high heat.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 4
Thread the marinated shrimp onto the soaked skewers, typically 4-5 shrimp per skewer, depending on their size. Do not overcrowd the skewers.
⏱️ 10 min
- 5
Place the shrimp skewers on the preheated grill or grill pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque and are cooked through. Be careful not to overcook, as shrimp can become rubbery.
⏱️ 6 min
- 6
Remove the skewers from the grill and serve immediately as an appetizer or part of a meal. Garnish with extra fresh parsley or a lemon wedge if desired.
⏱️ 2 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Spicy Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Ingredients
For the Spicy Garlic Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails on
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For Assembly
- 8 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes if grilling
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, lemon juice, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Whisk well to combine.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, tossing gently to ensure all shrimp are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour, to allow the flavors to meld.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F) or a large grill pan over medium-high heat.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 4
Thread the marinated shrimp onto the soaked skewers, typically 4-5 shrimp per skewer, depending on their size. Do not overcrowd the skewers.
⏱️ 10 min - 5
Place the shrimp skewers on the preheated grill or grill pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque and are cooked through. Be careful not to overcook, as shrimp can become rubbery.
⏱️ 6 min - 6
Remove the skewers from the grill and serve immediately as an appetizer or part of a meal. Garnish with extra fresh parsley or a lemon wedge if desired.
⏱️ 2 min