Best 5 Brined Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers Recipes

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Looking for a tantalizing seafood dish that will ignite your taste buds and impress your dinner guests? Look no further than our curated masterpiece: Brined Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers. Embark on a culinary journey where juicy shrimp, infused with a harmonious blend of briny, citrusy, and garlicky flavors, take center stage. Each succulent bite offers a perfect balance of tangy and savory notes, complemented by the smoky aroma of the grill. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or a cozy indoor gathering, this recipe is sure to be a hit. Let's dive into the secrets of creating this extraordinary dish.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON GARLIC SHRIMP SKEWERS



Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers image

This is a great recipe from the July 2005 issue of Sunset Magazine. Can substitute 1 tbs of minced garlic for 2 cloves fresh garlic. Soak wooden skewers 2-3 hours prior to grilling (soaking time not included in preparation time listed in recipe).

Provided by Obag6142

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined (12 to 15 shrimp per lb)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon peel, grated
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced to taste
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix salt and sugar; add shrimp and stir to coat.
  • Cover and chill 45 mins to 1 hour.
  • Rinse shrimp well and drain; also rinse and dry bowl.
  • Return shrimp to bowl; add olive oil, parsley, lemon peel, garlic and pepper. Mix to coat.
  • Thread shrimp on soaked wooden skewers.
  • Grill over hot coals or high heat (you should be able to hold you hand over the heat for only 2 to 3 secs) turning once, until shrimp are bright pink and opagque but still moist-looking, 5 to 6 minutes.

HONEY-GARLIC SHRIMP SKEWERS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 16m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons sriracha
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
3 cloves garlic, grated
1 lime, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
20 shrimp (16-20 count), peeled and deveined
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
12 ounces baby spinach
2 cloves garlic, grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and a large skillet over medium heat.
  • For the shrimp: In a small bowl, mix together the honey, sriracha, crushed red pepper, garlic, lime zest and juice and 1 tablespoon of the parsley. Set the glaze aside.
  • Thread the shrimp onto 4 metal skewers, 5 shrimp per skewer. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Place on the grill pan and cook for 2 minutes. Flip the shrimp, brush the top with the glaze and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Flip the glazed side down, brush the top with the glaze and cook for an additional minute. Flip, glaze and cook until the shrimp are cooked through, up to an additional minute per side. Remove from the grill and drizzle with any remaining glaze.
  • For the spinach: Meanwhile, heat the oil in the skillet and add the spinach and garlic. Season with salt and pepper and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.
  • Make a bed with the spinach on a serving platter. Top with the shrimp skewers and garnish with the remaining parsley.

SPICY LEMON SHRIMP SKEWERS



Spicy Lemon Shrimp Skewers image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 lemons
Kosher salt
1 stalk lemongrass, finely chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons Sriracha (Asian chile sauce)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 teaspoons packed light brown sugar
30 extra-large shrimp, unpeeled
Vegetable oil, for the grill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Finely grate the zest from 4 of the lemons, then pulse in a mini food processor with 3 tablespoons salt. Squeeze the juice from 2 of the zested lemons into a large bowl; add the lemongrass, olive oil, Sriracha, garlic, fish sauce, brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of the lemon salt. Thinly slice the 2 remaining lemons and add to the bowl.
  • Using kitchen shears, cut through the shrimp shells along the outer curve, leaving the shells on. Remove the veins and rinse the shrimp. Add to the bowl with the lemongrass marinade and toss; cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Meanwhile, soak 12 to 15 wooden skewers in water.
  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Thread the shrimp onto the skewers. Brush the grill with vegetable oil, then add the lemon slices and grill until they begin to char, turning once, about 2 minutes; transfer to a platter. Stir the mint into the remaining marinade. Add the shrimp skewers to the grill and cook, brushing with the marinade-mint mixture, until the shells begin to char, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to the platter and sprinkle with the lemon salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 59 milligrams, Sodium 539 milligrams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fiber 0.5 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 3 grams

GARLIC LEMON SHRIMP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: butter, shrimp, salt, pepper, garlic, red chili flakes, fresh parsley, lemon juice

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter
1 lb shrimp, deveined with tails removed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red chili flakes
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
  • Spread the shrimp around in the pan in a single layer, sprinkling the salt and pepper on top, then cook until the butter is starting to turn a dark brown. Flip the shrimp, add the garlic and chili flakes, and cook for about 15-30 seconds.
  • Add the parsley and lemon juice, reducing the lemon juice down to a sauce, then remove from heat.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 46 grams, Sugar 0 grams

BRINED LEMON-GARLIC SHRIMP SKEWERS



BRINED LEMON-GARLIC SHRIMP SKEWERS image

Categories     Marinade     Shellfish     Backyard BBQ

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 to 2 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled
2 T salt
2 T sugar
1 T grated lemon peel
1/4 c olive oil
1/4 c parsley
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 t ground pepper
lemon wedges

Steps:

  • 1. mix salt and sugar in bowl and add shrimp, mixing to coat. Cover and chill 45-60 min (don't do too long). Rinse shrimp well and drain; also rinse and dry bowl. 2. return shrimp to bowl. Add olive oil, parsley, lemon peel, garlic and pepper. Mix to coat. Thread shrimp on skewers. 3. lay shrimp skewers on an oiled BBQ grill over high heat; close lid on grill. Cook, turning once until shrimp are bright pink and opaque but still moist-looking in center of thickest part, 5 to 6 minutes total. Serve with lemon wedges.

Tips:

  • Use large shrimp for this recipe, as they will hold up better on the skewers.
  • If you don't have time to brine the shrimp, you can simply marinate them in the lemon-garlic mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  • Be sure to preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat before cooking the shrimp.
  • Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
  • Serve the shrimp skewers immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

These brined lemon-garlic shrimp skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. The shrimp are juicy and flavorful, and the lemon-garlic marinade adds a bright and tangy flavor. This dish is perfect for a summer cookout or party, and it's sure to be a hit with your guests.

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