Garlic Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Delicious garlic grilled shrimp skewers bursting with flavor, perfect for summer barbecues and quick dinners.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 3 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor
- 4 cloves minced garlic Freshly minced for maximum flavor
- 1 juice of lemon Juice from one fresh lemon
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
For the Skewers
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh or previously frozen, thawed shrimp
- as needed skewers (wooden or metal) Soak wooden skewers in water if using
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
- Add cleaned jumbo shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes for better flavor.
Grilling
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a minute before serving.
Serving
- Serve the skewers with a wedge of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the marinade or consider mixing in fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.