Elevate your next barbecue with the tantalizing flavor of grilled cajun shrimp skewers. This delectable dish combines juicy shrimp, aromatic cajun spices, and the smokiness of a grill to create a culinary masterpiece. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds as you embark on a journey of flavors with this simple yet delectable recipe.
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GRILLED GARLIC CAJUN SHRIMP SKEWERS
Putting shrimp on the grill provides a lightly charred smokiness that makes it irresistible. This grilled shrimp recipe is easy to prep and quick to cook. Brushing on extra marinade at the end ensures great flavor in every bite.
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Soak wooden skewers in water 30 min (reduces burning of the sticks). Preheat Grill to med/high (400˚F).
- Combine all marinade ingredients in a small sauce pan. Bring to a simmer then remove from heat. Pour half of the mixture into a ramekin and leave remaining marinade in pan (You'll brush on half now and brush on remaining marinade after shrimp are grilled).
- Skewer 4 shrimp on each damp skewer without leaving spaces. Lay skewers flat on a rimmed cookie sheet. Brush one side of the skewered shrimp with sauce and refrigerate for 2 min until butter firms up. Flip shrimp over, brush second side and refrigerate 2 min until butter firms up.
- Place skewers on the barbie and grill shrimp with the lid on about 2 minutes per side or just until cooked through and no longer transparent. Remove shrimp from grill. Don't overcook or they will be rubbery. Brush on reserved sauce and serve.
GRILLED CAJUN SHRIMP SKEWERS
Add some veggies like red and orange bell pepper rings on a bed of salad greens for a healthy, elegant meal. -Bridget Coulter, San Diego, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield 8 skewers.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first nine ingredients. Add the shrimp; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes., On eight metal or soaked wooden appetizer skewers, thread shrimp and lemon wedges. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-8 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, turning once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CAJUN SHRIMP SKEWERS
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 2 to 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat a grill for cooking over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp, garlic, butter, Cajun Select Seasoning, juice of 1/2 lemon and some salt and pepper to a bowl and toss all together. Skewer the shrimp on metal skewers. Grill the shrimp, drizzling with hot sauce if desired, until plump and pink, about 2 minutes per side.
- Grill the remaining 1/2 lemon until charred, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve with the shrimp.
- Blend together the salt, granulated garlic, paprika, cayenne, onion powder, black pepper, sugar, basil, celery seed and oregano in a bowl until combined. Store in an airtight jar for up to 6 months.
GRILLED SHRIMP SKEWERS
Steps:
- Put the olive oil, garlic and chile flakes in a small skillet. Turn the heat to low and let the mixture heat for about 10 minutes; the oil should just barely simmer around the garlic in the last few minutes. Remove from the heat and cool slightly. Transfer to a blender, add the 1 tablespoon oregano and some salt and pepper, and blend until the garlic and oregano are finely chopped. Set aside half of the chile-garlic oil for serving.
- Heat the grill to high. Thread the shrimp onto skewers, about 4 or 5 shrimp per skewer, threading so that the skewers goes through the tail and thick end of each shrimp. Brush the shrimp with some of the chile-garlic oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until lightly golden brown on both sides and opaque, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer the skewers to a platter and immediately drizzle with some of the reserved chile-garlic oil (not the oil you used for brushing the raw shrimp). Garnish with oregano, and serve with more of the reserved oil.
CAJUN SHRIMP SKEWERS
Fresh herbs and Cajun seasoning enhance these delicious shrimp, accompanied by a spicy Cajun butter sauce. You can serve them as an entree or as appetizers. You'll love them either way! -Dwayne Veretto, Roswell, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Place the shrimp in a large resealable plastic bag; add half of the marinade. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., In a small saucepan, combine the Cajun butter ingredients; heat until butter is melted. Keep warm. , Drain and discard marinade. Thread shrimp onto eight metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 2-4 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, basting once with reserved marinade. Serve with Cajun butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 44g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 229mg cholesterol, Sodium 1007mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
CAJUN GRILLED SHRIMP
This grilled shrimp recipe came from a neighbor, Katie. These shrimp are a nice change from the regular Cocktail shrimp. The ingredient list looks long, but very easy to make with sprices/herbs that are usually onhand. Easy make-ahead, or bring with appetizer. Frozen shrimp work great.
Provided by debita
Categories Cajun
Time 12m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix together. Marinade for up to 24 hours. Skewer and grill, 3 minutes per side, or until tender. Serve warm or refrigerate to serve later.
Tips:
- Use large shrimp for this recipe, as they will hold up better on the skewers.
- If you don't have wooden skewers, you can use metal skewers or even straws.
- Soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
- Make sure the shrimp is cooked all the way through before serving. You can check this by cutting into one of the shrimp and making sure it is opaque all the way through.
- Serve the shrimp skewers with your favorite dipping sauce, such as cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, or remoulade.
Conclusion:
Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a summer cookout or party, and they are sure to be a hit with your guests. The shrimp is marinated in a flavorful Cajun spice blend and then grilled until cooked through. The result is a shrimp skewer that is tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Serve the shrimp skewers with your favorite dipping sauce, and enjoy!
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