Description
These Shrimp Scampi Skewers are a delightful way to enjoy succulent grilled shrimp infused with garlic, lemon, and butter flavors. Perfect for a quick and tasty meal on a warm day.
Ingredients
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Shrimp Scampi Skewers:
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and coat evenly.
- Skewer the shrimp: Thread shrimp onto skewers.
- Grill the shrimp: Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque with grill marks.
- Finish and serve: Remove from grill, sprinkle with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Delicious when paired with crusty bread, rice, or a simple salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
