Description
Smoky Grilled Shrimp Skewers feature large shrimp marinated in smoked paprika, garlic, and lemon, then grilled quickly for smoky char. They deliver bright seafood flavor with simple preparation perfect for summer grilling.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
1. Pat shrimp dry and place in a bowl.
2. Whisk olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
3. Toss shrimp with marinade and let sit for 15 minutes.
4. Thread shrimp onto metal skewers or soaked wooden skewers.
5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
6. Grill shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
7. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
Use large shrimp so they stay juicy on the grill.
Marinate shrimp no longer than 30 minutes to avoid tough texture.
Metal skewers work best for even cooking.