Grilled Shrimp Skewers Recipe
Do you love easy summer meals? Try this Grilled Shrimp Skewers Recipe. It is fast and tasty. You can make it for a party.
Equipment
- Gas or charcoal grill.
- Metal or wooden skewers.
- Large mixing bowl
- Small basting brush.
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled.
- 3 tablespoons olive oil.
- 2 cloves minced garlic.
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Lemon wedges for serving.
Instructions
- Soak wooden skewers in water. This stops them from burning.
- Mix oil, garlic, and lemon juice. Add spices into the bowl.
- Put shrimp in the bowl. Toss them until they are coated.
- Push skewers through the shrimp. Use two per skewer for stability.
- Heat the grill to medium heat. Place skewers on the hot grate.
- Cook for three minutes per side. The shrimp should turn pink.
- Remove from heat immediately. Garnish with fresh lemon slices.
Notes
- Don't overcook the shrimp.
- They get rubbery very fast.
- Use fresh lemon juice for flavor.
- It tastes better than bottled juice.
- Large shrimp work best for grilling.
- They do not fall through grates.
- If using wood, soak for thirty minutes.
- This is very important for safety.