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.

Lebanese Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers

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

  1. In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Thread the marinated shrimp onto the soaked wooden skewers.
  4. Heat a grill pan or stovetop grill over medium-high heat.
  5. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
  6. 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