Garlic Butter Roasted Shrimp Skewers
Garlic Butter Roasted Shrimp Skewers are a flavor-packed delight perfect for any gathering. Juicy shrimp coated in a rich garlic butter sauce are skewered and roasted until tender, creating an irresistible dish that’s both visually stunning and incredibly easy to prepare. Ideal for barbecues or quick weeknight meals, these skewers promise to impress with every bite. Serve them hot off the grill or oven, and watch your guests come back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine shrimp, minced garlic, melted butter, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss until shrimp are well-coated.
- Thread the shrimp onto skewers.
- Arrange the skewers on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 8-10 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with extra lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 skewers (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: - Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. - Customize by adding spices like cayenne or swapping shrimp for chicken or veggies.