Lebanese Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers
These Lebanese Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers are a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight meal. The combination of zesty lemon and pungent garlic creates a mouthwatering marinade for the succulent shrimp.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto the soaked wooden skewers.
- Heat a grill pan or stovetop grill over medium-high heat.
- Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
- Remove from the grill and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 8 minutes
- Total time:
- 23 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 4g
- Fat
- 11g
Supplies
Grill pan Wooden skewers
Tools
Tongs Grill brush
Serving suggestions
Serve the Lebanese Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers with a side of rice pilaf and a fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, sprinkle the grilled shrimp skewers with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Cost
$15