Description
Mediterranean grilled shrimp kabobs showcase succulent seafood marinated in zesty herbs and spices. Grilled to perfection, these skewers deliver a delightful blend of Mediterranean flavors you’ll savor with each tasty bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) shrimp, large, peeled and deveined
- ⅓ cup (79 ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup (15 g) parsley, fresh, chopped
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp coriander
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt
- Zest of 2 lemons
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Blend all marinade ingredients in a mixing bowl, setting aside a portion for later drizzling.
- Shrimp Preparation: Thoroughly dry shrimp with paper towels, season with salt, and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Marinating Process: Pour marinade over shrimp, gently tossing to ensure complete coverage, then refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Skewer Setup: Soak bamboo skewers in cold water for 30 minutes to prevent burning, then thread 4 shrimp onto each skewer, maintaining even spacing.
- Grill Preheating: Heat gas grill to 275-325 degrees Fahrenheit (135-163 degrees Celsius), lightly oil grates to prevent sticking.
- Cooking Method: Grill shrimp kabobs for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn opaque white, alternatively use a hot griddle or cast-iron skillet for indoor cooking.
- Final Touches: Transfer cooked kabobs to a serving platter, drizzle with reserved marinade and fresh lemon juice just before serving.
Notes
- Marinate with Care: Limit shrimp marination to 30 minutes maximum to prevent seafood from becoming tough and losing delicate texture.
- Prevent Skewer Burn: Always soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to avoid dangerous flame flare-ups and charring.
- Watch Cooking Time: Shrimp cook incredibly fast and can quickly become rubbery; 2-3 minutes per side is the perfect window to maintain tender, juicy meat.
- Temperature Control: Maintain medium-high heat between 275-325°F to ensure even cooking without scorching the delicate shrimp surface.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg