These shrimp skewers are all about bold spice and quick cooking. It’s the kind of dish you throw together when you want something lively on the plate without spending half the evening in the kitchen.
Difficulty
Easy
Prep Time
15 minutes (+ 20 minutes marinating)
Cook Time
6–8 minutes
Total Time
About 35 minutes
Servings
2–3
Ingredients
Instructions
- Start with the marinade.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, allspice, paprika, cumin, thyme, brown sugar, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Taste it. It should be warm, slightly sweet, and aromatic.
- Add the shrimp and toss gently until everything is coated.
- Let it sit for about 20 minutes. No longer — shrimp don’t like to wait.
- Thread the shrimp onto skewers, not packing them too tightly.
- Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill until hot.
- Place the skewers on the grill.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until the shrimp curl and turn opaque with light char marks.
- Take them off the heat and let them rest for a minute before serving.
Serving Ideas:
These skewers work well with plain rice, flatbread, or a simple cucumber salad. If you want to keep things casual, just squeeze a bit more lime over the top and eat them straight off the skewer.
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