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