Description
These Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers are a flavor-packed dish perfect for summer grilling. The shrimp are marinated in a zesty Cajun seasoning blend, then grilled to perfection. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a delicious meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley and lemon wedges for serving
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Prep the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes.
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss until evenly coated.
- Skewer the Shrimp: Thread the shrimp onto skewers, about 4–5 per skewer.
- Grill the Shrimp: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2–3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and slightly charred at the edges.
- Serve: Remove from the grill and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.
Notes
- These shrimp skewers are also great cooked on a stovetop grill pan or under the broiler.
- Serve with rice, corn on the cob, or a crisp summer salad.
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne to the seasoning mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (about 4–5 shrimp)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
