GRILLED CAJUN SHRIMP SKEWERS

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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

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges

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

Minii Business
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I've tried many different shrimp skewer recipes, but this one is my favorite. The shrimp is always cooked perfectly and the seasoning is amazing.


Forhadul islam
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These skewers are so easy to make and they are always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and then just grill them when I'm ready to serve.


Talha Mayo
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I made these skewers for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


Alex idk
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These skewers are a great appetizer or main course. I love to serve them with a side of rice and vegetables.


Sue
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I've tried many different shrimp skewer recipes, but this one is my favorite. The shrimp is always cooked perfectly and the seasoning is amazing.


Jonaki Jui
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These skewers are a bit pricey, but they are worth it. The shrimp is high-quality and the seasoning is delicious.


Adekiitan Abdullahi
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I loved these skewers. The seasoning was perfect and the shrimp was cooked perfectly.


SANJIT SUTRADHAR
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These skewers are a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I always have a few shrimp left over after I make a shrimp boil, and these skewers are the perfect way to use them up.


Jade Burrows
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I love how easy these skewers are to make. I can have them on the table in less than 30 minutes. And they are always a hit with my family and friends.


Pandu Useb
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These skewers are so good! The shrimp is juicy and flavorful and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making these again.


Afnan Daoud
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I've made these shrimp skewers several times and they are always a hit. The shrimp is always cooked perfectly and the seasoning is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Shenaz Babar
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These shrimp skewers are so easy to make and they are always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and then just grill them when I'm ready to serve.


Benjamin Miller
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I made these skewers for my family and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


Imad Alkabsh
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These skewers are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the shrimp and peppers, and they didn't even notice the onions.


Reggie Pounds
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The shrimp, peppers, and onions are all cooked to perfection.


Toma
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These skewers are perfect for a summer cookout. They are easy to make and can be cooked on the grill or in the oven.


raja naqash
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The shrimp skewers were a bit spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. I will definitely make them again, but I will use less cayenne pepper next time.


Vic Paris
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even a beginner cook can make these skewers. And the results are always delicious.


Samir 12 boss
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These Cajun shrimp skewers were a hit at my last party! The shrimp were perfectly cooked and the seasoning was spot-on. I will definitely be making these again.