Grilled Shrimp Lemon Herb Skewers (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy shrimp skewers, marinated in zesty lemon and herbs, grilled for quick, delicious summer gatherings.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
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450 grams large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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45 millilitres olive oil
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30 millilitres freshly squeezed lemon juice
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0.5 teaspoon fine salt
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0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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0.5 teaspoon paprika
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
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Lemon slices, for serving
# How to Prepare:
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, oregano, paprika, and garlic powder until fully combined.
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Add the prepared shrimp to the marinade and toss gently to coat all pieces evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes and up to 2 hours.
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Thread 4 to 6 marinated shrimp onto each pre-soaked skewer. Set aside on a plate while assembling remaining skewers.
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Heat a grill or nonstick grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
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Transfer shrimp skewers to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately while warm.
# Extra Tips:
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Do not marinate the shrimp for longer than 2 hours to prevent overcooking by the lemon juice.
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Leftover shrimp can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Marinade may be prepared up to 5 days in advance and refrigerated until ready to use.