Spicy Shrimp Skewers

Spicy Shrimp Skewers are a tantalizing Lebanese BBQ dish that combines succulent shrimp with a fiery marinade, grilled to perfection. This dish is perfect for a summer gathering, bringing bold flavors and a satisfying protein boost to your meal.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Wooden skewers - 4 (soaked in water for 30 minutes)

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated shrimp onto the soaked wooden skewers, about 5-6 shrimp per skewer.
5. Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
6. Remove the skewers from the grill and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 198 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil that promote heart health.

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