Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers (Printable View)
Juicy shrimp with lemon and garlic, grilled to a flavorful Mediterranean dish with fresh herbs.
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
04 - 2 tsp lemon zest
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tsp dried oregano
07 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ To Serve
10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
11 - Lemon wedges, for garnish
# How-To Steps:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl until fully combined.
02 - Add shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes, avoiding longer marination to prevent over-curing.
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
04 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
05 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head for secure placement.
06 - Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.
07 - Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The shrimp stay impossibly juicy while getting that gorgeous char-grilled flavor
- Minimal prep time means you spend more time with people and less time stressing
- These disappear faster than any other appetizer Ive ever served
02 -
- Marinating shrimp too long actually breaks down the texture and makes them mealy
- Metal skewers conduct heat and cook the shrimp from the inside too fast
- Crowding the pan steams the shrimp instead of giving you that beautiful char
03 -
- Pat shrimp completely dry before marinating so the coating actually sticks
- Leave space between each shrimp on the skewer for even cooking