Honey Garlic Shrimp Skewers (Printable)

Marinated shrimp grilled to perfection on skewers.

# Ingredient List:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb 450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined tails on or off as preferred

→ Marinade

02 - 1/4 cup 60 ml honey
03 - 3 tbsp soy sauce use gluten-free if needed
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
08 - 1/4 tsp salt
09 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
11 - Lemon wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes if using.
02 - Add shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes do not exceed 1 hour or the acid may toughen the shrimp.
03 - If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning.
04 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers.
05 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
06 - Grill skewers for 2–4 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink, opaque, and lightly charred at the edges.
07 - Transfer to a platter. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This recipe is quick, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights.
  • The sweet and savory glaze makes it hard to resist going back for seconds.
02 -
  • Marinating for too long can toughen the shrimp, so set a timer to stick to that 30-minute mark.
  • For an unforgettable flavor, reserve some marinade to brush onto the shrimp while they're grilling.
03 -
  • Using freshly squeezed lemon juice enhances the brightness of the dish.
  • A little extra honey brushed on the shrimp while grilling gives them a beautiful glaze.
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