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Flavorful Grilled Lemon Herb Shrimp Kabobs

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These grilled lemon herb shrimp kabobs are a quick, easy, and flavorful summer recipe featuring a zesty lemon marinade and fresh herbs, perfect for backyard barbecues and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Wooden or metal skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 medium lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 pound (450g) of large shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels (about 15 minutes).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and optional 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss gently until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes. Do not marinate longer than 30 minutes to avoid mushy shrimp.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (204°C). Brush grates lightly with oil to prevent sticking (around 5 minutes).
  5. Carefully thread the shrimp onto skewers, piercing through the tail and head ends to keep them secure (takes about 10 minutes). Leave a little space between each shrimp for even cooking.
  6. Place skewers on the grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, flipping once, until shrimp turn pink and opaque with a light char (total 5-6 minutes).
  7. Remove from grill and let kabobs rest for 2 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before marinating to ensure marinade sticks and shrimp sears well. Do not marinate longer than 30 minutes to avoid mushy texture. Use medium-high heat (around 400°F) for grilling. Leave space between shrimp on skewers for even cooking. If shrimp curl tightly, they may be overcooked. Use tongs to flip kabobs instead of a fork to prevent shrimp from falling off.

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