BBQ Shrimp Skewers

BBQ Shrimp Skewers are a delicious and flavorful dish, perfect for a summer cookout or a cozy dinner. Marinated in a zesty barbecue sauce, these juicy shrimp are grilled to perfection and served on skewers for easy enjoyment.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Barbecue sauce - 4 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 1 tablespoon
• Skewers - 4 (soaked in water if wooden)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, honey, barbecue sauce, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
2. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp for even cooking.
5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
6. Remove the skewers from the grill and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle growth and repair.
• Contains omega-3 fatty acids that promote heart health.

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