Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers Recipe
These Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers feature succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty lemon and herb blend, grilled to perfection, and finished with a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a flavorful and easy-to-make seafood dish that's great for summer grilling or any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Marinade
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 to 1½ pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
Garlic Butter Sauce
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 12 cloves garlic, finely minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, dried oregano, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then add them to the marinade. Toss well to evenly coat each piece.
- Let Shrimp Marinate: Allow the shrimp to marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature, or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours. For maximum flavor, marinate overnight if desired.
- Skewer the Shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, ensuring they are evenly spaced for uniform cooking.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 375°F to 450°F (190°C to 230°C), to prepare for grilling.
- Grill the Shrimp: Place the shrimp skewers on the hot grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, grilling until the shrimp turn opaque and are just cooked through. Avoid overcooking to keep them tender.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: While the shrimp grill, melt the unsalted butter in a bowl or small saucepan. Whisk in the finely minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined and warm.
- Brush Shrimp with Garlic Butter: Once grilled, immediately brush the shrimp skewers generously with the warm garlic butter sauce to infuse flavor and add richness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the garlic butter grilled shrimp skewers hot with extra fresh herbs, lemon wedges, and your favorite sides. Enjoy this delightful, savory seafood dish!
Notes
- Use metal or soaked wooden skewers to prevent burning on the grill.
- For a lower sodium version, reduce the added salt in both marinade and garlic butter sauce.
- Adjust the amount of garlic butter sauce according to taste preference.
- Ensure shrimp are deveined and peeled for best texture and flavor.
- Serve with sides such as grilled vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
