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Garlic Butter Shrimp Skewers

Irresistible Garlic Butter Shrimp Skewers You’ll Crave Tonight

Garlic Butter Shrimp Skewers are a flavorful, quick meal that combines garlicky richness with juicy shrimp.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp Marinade
  • 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined) Choose fresh or thawed shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is key for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice Adds brightness.
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil Prevents sticking on the grill.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melts into a luscious sauce.
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped) For garnish.
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) For added heat.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Skewers
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

How to Make Garlic Butter Shrimp Skewers
  1. In a bowl, combine shrimp, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss gently, cover, and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high (about 400°F).
  3. Thread shrimp onto soaked wooden or metal skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces.
  4. Arrange skewers on the hot grill. Cook for 3 minutes, flip once, and grill another 2–3 minutes until shrimp turn pink.
  5. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt unsalted butter, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes until bubbly.
  6. Generously brush the garlic butter sauce over the hot skewers and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 18gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Optional: sprinkle extra parsley and serve with lemon halves. Store leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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