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Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers
Grilled Cajun shrimp skewers brushed with Cajun butter and charred until smoky and juicy.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
15
min
Active Time
30
min
Total Time
4
SERVINGS
Grill
METHOD
Why It Works
A quick char on the grill gives the shrimp smoky flavor without overcooking. A Cajun butter brush adds a glossy, garlicky finish.
Ingredients
Protein
• 1 ¼ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Sauce
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
Topping
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• lemon wedges, for serving
How to Make It
1
Heat the grill to medium-high and oil the grate.
2
Stir garlic and lemon juice into the melted butter.
3
Toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning and olive oil, then thread onto skewers.
4
Grill 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
5
Brush with the Cajun butter in the last minute.
6
Top with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
How to Make It
1
Heat the grill to medium-high and oil the grate.
2
Stir garlic and lemon juice into the melted butter.
3
Toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning and olive oil, then thread onto skewers.
4
Grill 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
5
Brush with the Cajun butter in the last minute.
6
Top with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Ingredients
Protein
• 1 ¼ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Sauce
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
Topping
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• lemon wedges, for serving
Storage & Reheat
Store:
Store up to 2 days.
Reheat:
Reheat gently in a skillet or oven just until warm.
Swaps
No olive oil? Use avocado oil or canola oil in the same amount.
Avo's Tip
Thread the shrimp through both the tail and the head end so they sit flat and grill evenly.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
No grill?
Use a grill pan or broil them; you'll still get a good char.
What size shrimp?
Large or jumbo shrimp hold up best on skewers.
How do I serve them?
Over rice, with slaw, or tucked into tacos or a po' boy.
Quick Fixes
Shrimp overcooked: grill just until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side.
Sticking to the grate: oil the grate and the shrimp first.
Skewers burning: soak wooden skewers first.
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