Creole Spiced Shrimp Skewers (Printable)
Juicy shrimp infused with bold Creole spices, grilled to tender perfection on skewers for a vibrant taste.
# What You Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Marinade
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
04 - 2 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1 tsp onion powder
07 - 1 tsp dried thyme
08 - 1 tsp dried oregano
09 - 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
10 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Garnish
12 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
13 - Lemon wedges for serving
# How-To:
01 - Combine olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, black pepper, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk until thoroughly blended.
02 - Add shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, up to 1 hour for deeper flavor penetration.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until ready for cooking.
04 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, placing approximately 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
05 - Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn opaque and develop slight char marks.
06 - Remove from grill and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The spice blend hits every note, smoky and bright with just enough heat to make things interesting
- They disappear from the platter faster than any other appetizer I make, guaranteed
02 -
- Wooden skewers need a 30-minute soak in water or they'll turn to ash on the grill
- Overcooked shrimp turn into rubber, so pull them the second they turn opaque throughout
03 -
- Pat shrimp completely dry before marinating so the spices actually stick instead of sliding off
- Let cooked shrimp rest for just 2 minutes before serving, they stay juicier that way