Creole Spiced Shrimp Skewers (Printable version)
Juicy shrimp grilled with a bold Creole spice blend, perfect for summer gatherings or appetizers.
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Marinade
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
04 - 2 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1 tsp onion powder
07 - 1 tsp dried thyme
08 - 1 tsp dried oregano
09 - 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
10 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Garnish
12 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
13 - Lemon wedges
# How to Prepare:
01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt in a large bowl until well combined.
02 - Add shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes to 1 hour for maximum flavor absorption.
03 - Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high temperature.
04 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, placing 4-5 shrimp on each skewer.
05 - Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred, turning once halfway through cooking.
06 - Remove skewers from grill, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The marinade comes together in literally two minutes but tastes like you simmered it for hours
- These cook so fast you can have dinner on the table in under 25 minutes start to finish
02 -
- Wooden skewers need a 30-minute soak in water or they will burn to ash on the grill
- Overcooked shrimp turns rubbery fast, pull them the second they are opaque throughout
03 -
- Pat the shrimp dry before marinating for better spice adhesion
- Leave the tails on if you want an impressive presentation, they make great handles