Description
These Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Garlic Butter Sauce are an easy and flavorful dish perfect for any summer cookout or weeknight dinner. The shrimp are marinated in a zesty mixture, grilled to perfection, and then drizzled with a rich and aromatic garlic butter sauce. Serve them as an appetizer or main course for a delicious, crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Shrimp Marinade:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp:
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes (if using), and fresh parsley (if using). Stir to combine.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm while grilling the shrimp.
- Grill the Shrimp:
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook them, as shrimp cook quickly.
- Serve:
- Once the shrimp are grilled, remove them from the skewers and place them on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the garlic butter sauce over the shrimp and garnish with additional fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
These grilled shrimp skewers are bursting with flavor thanks to the garlic butter sauce. They are perfect for serving as an appetizer, main course, or part of a seafood platter. For a complete meal, pair them with a side of rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (about 4-5 shrimp)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg