Best 4 Mexican Prawn Shrimp Kebabs Recipes

If you are looking for a unique and flavorful dish to spice up your next gathering, Mexican prawn shrimp kebabs are a great choice. These succulent skewers are made with juicy prawns (shrimp) marinated in a blend of Mexican spices, then grilled to perfection. The result is a tantalizing combination of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Serve these kebabs with a side of your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes, such as guacamole, salsa, and rice, for a complete and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC SHRIMP KABOBS

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This is a quick and easy shrimp kabob recipe, perfect for beginners. Requires minimal ingredients, but is bursting with flavor. Serve over a bed of rice with fresh lemon wedges.

Provided by Darlene Gould

Categories Seafood Shellfish Shrimp

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound frozen shrimp, thawed and peeled
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 pinch finely chopped parsley
metal skewers
cooking spray

Steps:

Rinse and dry shrimp.
Whisk olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, pepper, and parsley together in a bowl and pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add shrimp, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Lightly coat metal skewers with cooking spray.
Remove shrimp from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Place about 5 shrimp on each skewer.
Cook on the preheated grill until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes; do not overcook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.2 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 132.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

QUICK-MARINATED SHRIMP KEBABS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 39m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 lemon, zested and juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
16 large shrimp, peeled, and deveined
1 summer squash, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 zucchini, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, garlic, oregano, lemon juice, and zest and season with salt and pepper.
Alternately thread the shrimp, squash, onion, and zucchini onto the skewers, using 4 shrimp per skewer.
Put the kebabs in a shallow baking dish and pour the marinade over the top. Marinate the kebabs at room temperature, turning occasionally, for 10 minutes.
Preheat an indoor grill pan or an outdoor grill. Grill the kebabs, turning and basting with the marinade occasionally, until lightly charred and just-cooked through, about 4 minutes.

PRAWN KEBABS

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this is an amazing starter before a meal try it out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Provided by EddieHernandez

Time 21m

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

125 ml olive oil
6 table spoons of lime juice about 2 limes
2 garlic cloves finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon of granulated sugar
1/2 a teaspoon of chili powder
leaves from a small coriander bunch finely chopped
1 tablespoon of soy sauce
1 cm of fresh root ginger peeled and finely chopped
salt and pepper
32 large raw prawns total around 750 g

Steps:

1. whisk together the oil lime juice ginger and garlic. Add the sugar chilli powder chopped coriander,soy sauce, salt and pepper. Stir well.
2.take 8 bamboo skewers, thread 4 prawns on each and lay them in a dish.
3. pour the marinade over the prawns, cover and put in fridge for 1 to 2 hours, turning occasionally.
4. heat the grill and brush the rack with oil. Put the kebabs on the rack and grill them for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Turn them and do the same for the other side.
5. put the kebabs on a plate and serve with lime wedges on the side and last squeeze of lime on the top.

PRAWN (SHRIMP) PAKORAS

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Make and share this Prawn (Shrimp) Pakoras recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 23m

Yield 30 balls

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 kg medium raw prawns, peeled and roughly chopped
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped
1 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground red chili pepper
75 g besan flour (chick pea flour)
1/8 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
salt
2 cups vegetable oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

Pulse prawns in food processor-they need to just come together not turn into a paste!
Combine the prawns and remaining ingredients except the oil.
Using a tablespoon, measure out approximately 30 balls.
Using damp hands, roll each portion into a ball; place on a plate, cover with cling film until ready to use.
Heat the oil in a wok or heavy based frypan.
Fry 6-8 balls at a time until golden brown all over.
Drain on paper towels.
Serve hot with tomato and mint chutney.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.1, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 42, Sodium 195.2, Carbohydrate 1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 4.7

Tips:

Use large, fresh prawns or shrimp for best results.
To devein the prawns, use a sharp knife to make a shallow incision along the back of the prawn, then remove the dark vein.
If you don't have wooden skewers, you can use metal skewers or even toothpicks.
Soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
Don't overcrowd the skewers. Leave a little space between each prawn so that they cook evenly.
Baste the prawns with the marinade or sauce while they are cooking to keep them moist and flavorful.
Serve the prawns immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Mexican prawn or shrimp kebabs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for a party or a casual get-together. The prawns are marinated in a flavorful mixture of Mexican spices and then grilled to perfection. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!