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Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers for a Flavorful Summer Night

Experience the irresistible Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers, a perfect blend of Cajun spices and rich garlic butter.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 6 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp Fresh, peeled, and deveined.
For the Garlic Butter
  • 1/2 cup Danish Creamery European-Style Sea Salt Butter Can use unsalted butter if unavailable.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for best flavor.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Zesty kick from a pre-mixed blend or homemade.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Use fresh for brighter flavor.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Chopped, optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Skewers

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C).
  2. Combine melted butter, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, and lemon juice in a bowl.
  3. Coat shrimp in garlic butter mixture and let them rest.
  4. Thread shrimp onto skewers, optionally adding veggies.
  5. Marinate skewers for 15-30 minutes.
  6. Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  7. Serve garnished with parsley and lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 23gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve the skewers warm right off the grill for the best taste. Pair with a light salad or creamy dipping sauce for an enhanced experience.

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