Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers (Printable)
Tender shrimp marinated in lemon-garlic, grilled to juicy perfection with fresh herbs.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Shrimp
01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
04 - 2 teaspoons lemon zest
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - ½ teaspoon salt
08 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
→ Garnish
10 - Lemon wedges
11 - Extra chopped parsley
# How-To Steps:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley in a large bowl until well combined.
02 - Add shrimp to the marinade, tossing thoroughly to coat. Cover bowl and refrigerate for 10 to 30 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least 15 minutes prior to threading.
04 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, approximately 4 to 5 shrimp per skewer, ensuring even spacing for consistent cooking.
05 - Grill shrimp skewers for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp turn opaque and develop light char marks. Avoid overcooking to maintain tenderness.
06 - Remove skewers from grill and transfer to serving platter. Garnish with lemon wedges and additional chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The bright lemon and garlic combination wakes up everything it touches
- They cook in under ten minutes but taste like you fussed for hours
02 -
- Over-marinating makes shrimp mushy, so stick to the 30 minute maximum
- Shrimp continue cooking after leaving the grill, so remove them when they are just barely opaque throughout
03 -
- Room temperature shrimp grill more evenly than cold ones, so let them sit out for 15 minutes before cooking
- Metal skewers conduct heat and cook shrimp from the inside, which can lead to overcooked centers