Description
Sizzling Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp Skewers bring coastal flavors straight to your plate with zesty herbs and lemon. Succulent shrimp marry perfectly with a light marinade, promising a quick and delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquid and Aromatics:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Whisk together zesty marinade ingredients, blending olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Immerse raw shrimp into marinade, ensuring complete coating, then refrigerate for 30 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Heat outdoor grill to medium-high temperature (400F/200C), creating ideal cooking environment.
- Remove shrimp from marinade, carefully threading onto prepared skewers without overcrowding.
- Place skewers on hot grill grates, cooking approximately 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp transform from translucent to vibrant pink and firm.
- Check for doneness by ensuring shrimp appear opaque and have slight charred edges.
- Transfer grilled skewers to serving platter, garnishing with fresh chopped herbs like parsley or cilantro.
- Accompany with complementary dipping sauce such as garlic aioli or spicy cocktail sauce for enhanced flavor experience.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Marinate shrimp for maximum 30 minutes to avoid breaking down delicate protein texture.
- Choose large or jumbo shrimp for easier handling and more impressive presentation on skewers.
- Ensure grill is clean and lightly oiled to prevent shrimp from sticking and breaking apart.
- Alternative cooking methods include using a grill pan, broiler, or air fryer if outdoor grilling isn’t possible.
- For gluten-free option, verify all marinade ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Quick protein swap: Replace shrimp with chicken or firm tofu for different dietary preferences.
- Add extra flavor by sprinkling fresh chopped cilantro or parsley immediately after grilling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg