Name: Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italienne
Ingredients: Shrimp: I usually use froz en shrimp, but you can also use fresh shrimp. Thaw them in the fridge overnight in a fine mesh sieve so the water drains out of them. If you are short on time, place them in a bowl in the sink and run them under cold water tap.; Oil: Use a high-heat oil like regular olive oil (not extra virgin) or use avocado oil for best results on the grill.; Lemon juice: It helps to tenderize the shrimp; but you can swap it with any acid like apple cider vinegar.; Spices: Salt, pepper, oregano, paprika and garlic powder. Feel free to swap with 3 teaspoon (15 ml) s of your favorite seasoning.; 1 pound (454 g) large shrimp peeled and deveined; 3 tablespoon (45 ml) s olive oil; 2 tablespoon (30 ml) s lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) salt; 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) black pepper; 1 teaspoon (5 ml) oregano; 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) paprika; 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) garlic powder; Chopped parsley for serving; Lemon slices for serving

Description

Discover how to make perfect grilled shrimp skewers with our easy recipe. Learn tips for juicy, flavorful shrimp every time, perfect for your next BBQ or dinner!

Ingredients

Shrimp: I usually use froz en shrimp, but you can also use fresh shrimp. Thaw them in the fridge overnight in a fine mesh sieve so the water drains out of them. If you are short on time, place them in a bowl in the sink and run them under cold water tap.
Oil: Use a high-heat oil like regular olive oil (not extra virgin) or use avocado oil for best results on the grill.
Lemon juice: It helps to tenderize the shrimp; but you can swap it with any acid like apple cider vinegar.
Spices: Salt, pepper, oregano, paprika and garlic powder. Feel free to swap with 3 teaspoon (15 ml) s of your favorite seasoning.
1 pound (454 g) large shrimp peeled and deveined
3 tablespoon (45 ml) s olive oil
2 tablespoon (30 ml) s lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) salt
1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) black pepper
1 teaspoon (5 ml) oregano
1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) paprika
1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) garlic powder
Chopped parsley for serving
Lemon slices for serving

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Instructions

Pour the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, and garlic powder into a big mixing bowl; stir with a whisk until blended.
Put the shrimp into the bowl and gently stir to ensure they are fully covered with the marinade. Let them soak in the flavors for a minimum of 15 minutes, but no longer than 2 hours.
Thread 4-6 shrimp onto each soaked skewer, placing them on a plate as you continue with the rest.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are fully opaque.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and lemon slices, if you wish.

Notes

Ensure shrimp are thawed and dry for better marinade adherence and cooking. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, and spices well to distribute flavors evenly. Limit marinating to 2 hours to prevent lemon juice from altering shrimp texture.