Grilled Shrimp Skewers With Lime Butter

Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Lime Butter is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight dinner.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers With Lime Butter

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to make the lime butter.
  4. Thread the shrimp onto the skewers, then brush them generously with the lime butter.
  5. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
  6. Serve the grilled shrimp skewers with extra lime butter on the side for dipping.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
6 minutes
Total time:
21 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
220
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
2g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Grill Skewers

Tools

Bowl Brush

Serving suggestions

Serve the grilled shrimp skewers with a side of coconut rice and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, marinate the shrimp in the lime butter for 30 minutes before grilling.

Cost

$15