🍢 How to Make Grilled Jumbo Shrimp Skewers with Garlic & Lemon (in 45 Minutes)

Charbroiling grilled jumbo shrimp

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🍢 How to Make Grilled Jumbo Shrimp Skewers with Garlic & Lemon (in 45 Minutes)

Makes 4 servings (5 shrimp each)

Prep Time: 10 min (plus 30 min marinating)

Cook Time: 6 min

Estimated Calories: ~210 kcal per serving

Nutrition (per serving)

• ~210 kcal
• ~23 g protein
• ~11 g fat
• ~2 g carbs

Ingredients

Marinade

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• ½ large lemon, juiced
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp coarse ground black pepper
• Pinch paprika
• Pinch chili flakes
• 4 cloves garlic, diced

Skewers

• 20 jumbo shrimp (~500 g), thawed
• Wood skewers (soaked 30 min)

Garnish

• Finely chopped parsley
• Lemon wedges

Steps

1. Whisk marinade – In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, paprika, chili flakes, and diced garlic.
2. Coat shrimp – Toss shrimp with 80% of the marinade. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes. Reserve 20% for brushing.
3. Brush lightly – Remove shrimp from fridge and brush with the reserved marinade.
4. Thread skewers – Arrange 3–4 shrimp per skewer, spacing evenly.
5. Grill evenly – Cook over medium-high heat (375–400°F / 190–200°C) for about 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and firm (internal temp 145°F / 63°C).
6. Serve hot – Plate skewers and finish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.

Plating

• Lay skewers in a neat row on a flat plate.
• Sprinkle with parsley.
• Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing.

TwoFoodies Tips

• Boost heat with extra chili flakes or a pinch of cayenne.
• Use smoked paprika for a richer, smoky flavor.
• Whisk 1 tbsp melted butter into the reserved marinade before brushing for added richness.

MyFitnessPal Portions

• 1 shrimp (with sauce): ~42 kcal | 4.5 g protein | 2 g fat | 0.3 g carbs
• 5 shrimp (1 serving): ~210 kcal | 23 g protein | 11 g fat | 2 g carbs
• 8 shrimp: ~336 kcal | 36 g protein | 16 g fat | 2.5 g carbs

TwoFoodies Portion

• Duygu (35%): ~175 g shrimp (~9–10 pieces) → ~190 kcal | 20 g protein | 10 g fat | 1 g carbs
• Pat (65%): ~325 g shrimp (~17–18 pieces) → ~350 kcal | 37 g protein | 18 g fat | 2 g carbs

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