Shrimp Kebab

Shrimp Kebabs That’ll Make You Feel Like a Grill Master

Okay, quick question: have you ever had a moment where you’re like, “Wow, I need to make these shrimp kebabs like, all the time”? Yeah, me too. 🦐❤️ If you’re not drooling yet, just wait—this recipe is ALL about that garlic butter goodness, and trust me, you’ll be hooked.

Main dish photo
The finished dish — looks amazing, right?

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

Alright, grab your shopping list! Here’s what you need to make these bad boys:

3 lbs shrimp (yup, shelled and deveined tail-on—no one wants shrimp shells flying everywhere, right?)
4 cloves garlic (minced, and don’t be shy with it!)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melty heaven)
1 pinch salt (just a pinch, promise)
3 dashes cayenne pepper (bring on the heat! 🔥)
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice (fresh is best, but bottled works in a pinch)

Seriously—this combo is like a flavor explosion waiting to happen.

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, storytime: I was having a BBQ with friends last summer, and I wanted to impress them, ya know? I whipped up these shrimp kebabs on a whim, and OMG—everyone went wild. Like, they literally fought over the last skewer. One friend even tried to sneak a second helping when I turned my back. 😂 Now, every time I have people over, it’s like a tradition to make these. It’s my signature move!

And the best part? They’re so quick! You can make ‘em in like 20 minutes tops, and they look SO fancy, like you actually know what you’re doing in the kitchen. (Spoiler: I kinda don’t, but shhh.)

For some more eye candy, check out this shot of my shrimp kebabs from a different angle!

Another beautiful angle of the dish
Just as gorgeous from this angle too!

The One Trick That Changes Everything

Okay, listen up! The secret to making these kebabs super juicy and flavorful is to really soak those bamboo skewers in water before grilling. Like, let them chill in water for at least 30 minutes. It keeps them from burning on the grill. Do NOT skip this step—you’ll thank me later!

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

1. Don’t overcook the shrimp! Seriously, a minute too long turns them into rubbery little things. Check them at around 3-4 minutes on each side.
2. Use fresh garlic. I’ve tried the jar stuff, and it just doesn’t hit the same. Go fresh or go home.
3. Brush that garlic butter generously. You can NEVER have too much butter, am I right?

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

So, if you somehow have leftovers (which rarely happens, but you know… just in case), pop them in an airtight container and stick ‘em in the fridge. They’ll be good for about 2 days. But honestly? Just reheat them in a skillet, and they’ll taste almost as fresh as when you made ‘em!

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

Okay, if you’re digging these shrimp vibes, you should totally try my grilled veggie skewers or garlic butter steak bites. Both are crowd-pleasers! 🍢

So, are you ready to get grilling? What’s your favorite BBQ dish? I’m always looking for new ideas! Let’s swap recipes! 😄🍽️

Shrimp Kebab

Flavor-packed Shrimp Kebab with amazing ingredients and incredible taste! Perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes

Category: Dinner
Yield: 4 servings servings

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs (1.35kg) shrimp (shelled and deveined tail-on )
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3 dashes cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Instructions

    1. Soak the bamboo skewers in water. Rinse the shrimp, pat them dry with paper towels, and set aside.
    2. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, melted butter, salt, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice. Reserve some for grilling. Combine the shrimp with the garlic butter mixture, then thread three shrimp onto each bamboo skewer.
    3. Grill the shrimp on a grill, brushing the garlic butter mixture on both sides while cooking. Serve immediately.

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