Description
These Garlic Butter Shrimp Skewers are a quick and flavorful dish featuring juicy shrimp marinated in a savory garlic butter sauce, grilled to perfection and garnished with fresh parsley. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, they bring together the rich taste of butter, the zing of lemon, and the aromatic punch of garlic in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Marinade
- 500g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 50g unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Others
- Skewers
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Prepare your grill by heating it to medium-high heat to ensure it is hot enough for quick, even cooking of the shrimp skewers.
- Prepare the garlic butter mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well to blend all the flavors evenly.
- Thread shrimp onto skewers: Carefully thread the peeled and deveined shrimp onto the skewers, distributing them evenly for uniform cooking.
- Brush the shrimp: Generously brush the shrimp with the garlic butter mixture, coating them thoroughly to infuse flavor while grilling.
- Grill the shrimp: Place the shrimp skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turn opaque, pink, and are cooked through without being overdone.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and sprinkle chopped parsley on top for a fresh, herbal finish before serving immediately.
Notes
- Use metal or soaked wooden skewers to prevent burning during grilling.
- Do not overcook the shrimp as they become rubbery; cook just until they turn opaque and firm.
- Can be served with rice, salad, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of chili flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: garlic butter shrimp, grilled shrimp skewers, easy shrimp recipe, shrimp appetizer, quick seafood dish
