Spicy Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

These Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers are a flavorful and easy option for your next grilling out session. The shrimp are marinated in a zesty Cajun seasoning that adds a kick to your outdoor cooking experience.

This recipe is perfect for summer barbecues and gatherings, making it a great addition to your collection of recipes for the grill.

Easy Spicy Grilled Shrimp Skewers

These skewers feature succulent shrimp coated in a spicy Cajun marinade, grilled to perfection. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Marinate the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
Skewer the Shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp.

Grill the Skewers: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Serve: Remove from the grill and serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.