Grilled Shrimp Skewers

These Grilled Shrimp Skewers are a vibrant and flavorful Moroccan BBQ dish that combines succulent shrimp with aromatic spices. Perfect for a summer gathering, they deliver a delightful blend of sweet and savory in every bite.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers
25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Moroccan
250 kcal

Ingredients

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

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and chopped parsley to make the marinade.
  2. Add the 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 soaked wooden skewers.
  5. Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes total.
  6. Remove from the grill and serve immediately with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and wedges of lemon.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbs: 3 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 220 mg
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

Tags

MoroccanHigh ProteinBBQ