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Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers for Flavorful BBQ Bliss

Discover the irresistible Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Skewers, a flavorful indulgence perfect for summer BBQs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh or thawed, patted dry
  • 4 pieces Wooden Skewers Soaked in water for 30 minutes
For the Garlic Butter Mixture
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with ghee or plant-based butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh crushed
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Or regular paprika with a pinch of cayenne
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Skewers
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  2. Melt unsalted butter over low heat, add crushed garlic and smoked paprika, stirring for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Thread shrimp onto soaked skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat and lightly brush the grates with oil.
  5. Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, basting with warm garlic butter.
  6. Remove from grill and serve immediately with lemon wedges and fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 250mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These skewers can be varied by using scallops or firm fish. Make sure to avoid overcooking.

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