Description
One of the best easy summer meals you can make! These Speedy Grilled Shrimp Skewers are incredibly flavorful, take less than 15 minutes to prepare, and cook in just 5 minutes. The simple seasoning of garlic and paprika lets the sweet flavor of the shrimp shine through. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (453g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Β½ tsp salt
- ΒΌ tsp black pepper
- Optional: Lemon wedges for serving
- 8 wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Soak Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-450Β°F or 190-230Β°C).
- Season Shrimp: In a medium bowl, pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. Add the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss gently until all the shrimp are evenly coated.
- Skewer the Shrimp: Thread 4-5 shrimp onto each skewer. Be careful not to overcrowd them.
- Grill: Place the skewers on the hot grill grates. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and slightly charred. They cook very quickly, so don’t walk away!
- Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Notes
- Serving Suggestions: These skewers are fantastic served over a fresh green salad, with a side of fluffy couscous, or alongside grilled vegetables.
- Don’t Overcook: Overcooked shrimp can be tough and rubbery. As soon as they turn pink and curl into a “C” shape, they’re done.
- Variations: Feel free to add other spices like onion powder or a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+30 minutes for soaking skewers)
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approx. ΒΌ lb shrimp)
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 495 mg
- Fat: 4.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg