Description
Sizzling Mediterranean grilled shrimp skewers bring zesty flavors from coastal kitchens straight to dinner tables. Succulent prawns marinated in garlic, lemon, and herbs promise a delightful culinary journey you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds (680 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon (2.5 ml) paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Whisk olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and zest, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing bowl until well combined.
- Shrimp Infusion: Immerse shrimp in the aromatic marinade, ensuring complete coverage. Refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Skewering Technique: Carefully thread shrimp onto skewers, arranging 4-5 per skewer with uniform spacing for even cooking.
- Grill Preparation: Heat grill to medium-high temperature and lightly brush grates with oil to prevent sticking and enhance flavor development.
- Grilling Process: Position skewered shrimp on hot grill, cooking 2-3 minutes per side until they transform to a vibrant pink hue, develop slight charred edges, and become perfectly opaque throughout.
- Serving Suggestion: Transfer grilled shrimp skewers to a serving platter, garnish with fresh lemon wedges, and present immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and succulence.
Notes
- Monitor shrimp closely while grilling, as they cook quickly and can become rubbery if left too long; they’re done when pink and slightly curled.
- Don’t exceed 30 minutes of marinating time, since acidic ingredients like lemon can start breaking down shrimp’s delicate proteins and make texture mushy.
- Thread shrimp through both thick and thin parts to ensure even cooking and prevent them from spinning on the skewer while grilling.
- Clean and properly oil grates before cooking to prevent sticking and achieve beautiful grill marks; medium-high heat ensures perfect caramelization without burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg