Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers (Printable View)
Succulent shrimp marinated in lemon and garlic, grilled for a flavorful summer meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
04 - 2 tsp lemon zest
05 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tsp salt
07 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
08 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
09 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
→ For Serving
10 - Lemon wedges
11 - Additional chopped parsley
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
02 - Add shrimp to the marinade, toss to coat thoroughly, and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, approximately 375-400°F.
04 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, placing about 5 shrimp per skewer and ensuring they are secured but not tightly packed.
05 - Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until shrimp turn opaque and develop slight charring.
06 - Remove from grill, sprinkle generously with chopped parsley, and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in seconds but makes you look like you spent hours planning
- Shrimp cooks so fast that dinner is ready before anyone starts asking whats for dinner
02 -
- Over-marinating shrimp makes them tough and rubbery, so stick to the 15 minute window
- Wooden skewers need a 30 minute soak in water or they will burn on the grill
03 -
- Buy frozen shrimp and thaw them overnight in the refrigerator for the best texture
- Pat shrimp completely dry before adding to the marinade or the sauce will slide right off