Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers

One of my favorite summer meals, these grilled shrimp skewers feature marianted shrimp grilled to perfection. Served warm with a rich garlic herb butter, it's a savory, tangy protein source that pairs well with sides, salads, bowls, and more!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Marinating Time30

Total Time45

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Keyword: butter garlic shrimp, garlic butter shrimp, garlic butter shrimp recipe, grilled shrimp skewers

Method: Grill

Servings: servings

Equipment

2 Medium Bowls
Skewers

Ingredients

For the Marinade:

4 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of ½ lemon
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
Zest of 1 lemon
⅛ to ¼ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
⅛ teaspoon black pepper

For the Shrimp:

~1 to 1½ pounds shrimp peeled and deveined (amount flexible—adjust based on serving size)

For the Garlic Butter:

1 stick ½ cup unsalted butter you can halve if preferred
12 cloves garlic finely minced
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup fresh parsley finely chopped
Juice of ½ lemon
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Marinate the Shrimp:

In a medium bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients. Pat the shrimp dry and add to the bowl. Toss well to evenly coat each piece. Let marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature, or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours (or overnight for maximum flavor).
4 tablespoons olive oil, Juice of ½ lemon, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, Zest of 1 lemon, ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper, ~1 to 1½ pounds shrimp

Skewer and Grill:

Thread the shrimp onto skewers. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp for 4–5 minutes per side, or until they turn opaque and are just cooked through.

Finish with Garlic Butter:

Whisk the garlic butter ingredients in a bowl. Brush the grilled shrimp with warm garlic butter right before serving.
1 stick ½ cup unsalted butter, 12 cloves garlic finely minced, ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, ¼ cup fresh parsley finely chopped, Juice of ½ lemon, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper

Serve and Enjoy:

Serve immediately with fresh herbs, lemon wedges, or your favorite sides.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Or, freeze for up to 3 months.

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