Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Large shrimp marinate briefly in garlic, lemon, and smoked paprika, then skewer up tightly and cook in just minutes over hot flames until snappy and lightly charred. A fast, bright, and impressive appetizer or main that pairs with almost anything off the grill.

By YumYum Editorial · BBQ & Grilling

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 6 min · Total: 21 min · Serves 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs large shrimp (16/20 count), peeled and deveined, tails on
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• to taste Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels — excess moisture will steam the shrimp rather than let them char.
2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate at room temperature for no more than 20 minutes; shrimp can turn mushy if marinated too long in acid.
4. If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 20 minutes beforehand.
5. Thread the shrimp onto skewers through both the head and tail ends so they lie flat and don't spin when turning.
6. Preheat the grill to high heat, about 450°F, and oil the grates well.
7. Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn opaque, curl into a "C" shape, and pick up light char marks.
8. Remove immediately (shrimp overcook fast), garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot with lemon wedges.