Juicy grilled shrimp skewers (Printable)

Sweet and savory grilled shrimp skewers.

# Ingredient List:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off as preferred)

→ Marinade

02 - 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey
03 - 3 tbsp soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
08 - 1/4 tsp salt
09 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
11 - Lemon wedges (for serving)

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using).
02 - Add shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes (do not exceed 1 hour, or the acid may toughen the shrimp).
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning.
04 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers.
05 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
06 - Grill skewers for 2–4 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink, opaque, and lightly charred at the edges.
07 - Transfer to a platter. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This dish is a delightful balance of sweet and savory that keeps you coming back for more.
  • It’s quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights without sacrificing flavor.
02 -
  • Make sure not to marinate the shrimp for too long, or they’ll toughen up.
  • Reserving a bit of the marinade before adding the shrimp to baste them as they grill changes the game!
03 -
  • Remove the shrimp from the fridge about 10 minutes before grilling to bring them to room temperature.
  • A dash of smoked paprika in the marinade adds a delightful twist.
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