These Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Skewers are a delightful choice for your holiday gatherings, especially as Christmas Eve appetizers. Featuring succulent shrimp marinated in a garlic butter sauce, they are easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
This recipe is straightforward and perfect for festive occasions, allowing you to enjoy the flavors of shrimp scampi in a fun and shareable format.
Easy Shrimp Scampi Skewers Recipe
These shrimp skewers are coated in a rich garlic butter sauce and grilled to perfection. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people, making it an ideal option for Christmas Eve appetizers.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Make the Marinade: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp with the garlic butter mixture. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp.
- Grill the Skewers: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the grill, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 220kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
