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These Grilled Shrimp Skewers are seasoned with a simple Cajun butter resulting in the most mouthwatering, succulent and delicious grilled shrimp. An easy appetizer or dinner recipe guaranteed to become a favorite!

Cajun Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Prep 10 minutes
Cook 6 minutes
Total 16 minutes
Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails on
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • Skewers
  • Lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the melted butter, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice and honey. 
  3. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp with paper towels. Thread the shrimp onto skewers and place them on a sheet pan. Brush some of the Cajun flavored butter on both sides of the shrimp.
  4. Heat the grill to high. Grill each shrimp skewer over direct heat for 2-3 minutes per side, flipping as soon as the first side begins to turn pink. Cook until the shrimp is no longer translucent and a bit charred. 
  5. Remove from the grill and brush with the remaining Cajun flavored butter. Serve garnished with lemon slices (optional).

Nutrition

Calories: 219 kcal, Protein: 23 g, Fat: 13 g, Saturated Fat: 7 g, Cholesterol: 316 mg, Sodium: 983 mg, Potassium: 110 mg, Vitamin A: 785 IU, Vitamin C: 5.1 mg, Calcium: 170 mg, Iron: 2.6 mg
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