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Close-up of jumbo shrimp skewers with distinct grill marks and glistening lemon-garlic oil.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Lemon-Garlic Oil Glaze and Charred Lemon

Master the art of Grilled Shrimp Skewers with this recipe featuring jumbo shrimp, a glistening lemon-garlic glaze, and perfect char marks. A quick, healthy, and visually stunning Mediterranean-inspired seafood dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Grilled Shrimp Components
  • 1.5 lbs Jumbo Shrimp 16/20 count, peeled and deveined
  • 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil High quality
  • 4 cloves Garlic Finely minced
  • 1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Divided
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Italian Parsley Finely chopped
  • 2 large Lemons One juiced, one wedged
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt

Equipment

  • 10 Wooden Skewers Soaked in water for 30 minutes
  • 1 Outdoor Grill Gas or Charcoal
  • 1 Basting Brush For applying glaze

Method
 

Prep and Marinate
  1. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Clean and pat jumbo shrimp bone-dry.
  2. Whisk olive oil, minced garlic, half the red pepper flakes, and lemon juice in a bowl.
Grilling
  1. Thread shrimp onto skewers. Place on a 450°F (230°C) grill for 2-3 minutes until charred.
  2. Flip skewers, brush with lemon-garlic glaze, and grill for 2 more minutes until opaque pink.

Notes

Watch for the 'C' shape to ensure shrimp are not overcooked.
Char the lemon wedges cut-side down for 2 minutes for maximum flavor.