Spicy Grilled Shrimp Kebobs
These Grilled Shrimp Kebobs are a simple, healthy star of any meal. Simple ingredients and quick grilling make them perfect for weeknights or weekends.
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 20 shrimp I used raw, peeled but tail on frozen shrimp that I thawed
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp minced garlic about 3 cloves
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- wooden/metal skewers
Instructions
- If shrimp are frozen, thaw under refrigeration before using
- Place shrimp in a large sealable bag or baking dish
- Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, ginger, paprika, cayenne, and red pepper flakes in jar or bowl and mix until well combined
- Pour over shrimp and allow to marinade to at least 30 minutes (can be marinated for up to 4 hours)
- After marinading, thread shrimp onto skewers and allow grill to get hot
- Once hot, place shrimp skewers on grill for about 2 minutes on each side (until shrimp turn pink)
- Remove from heat and serve