Celery Free Garlic Shrimp Skewers
These garlicky, smoky shrimp skewers are the kind of dish that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. A bold marinade of olive oil, minced garlic, lemon, smoked paprika, and turmeric gives each shrimp a gorgeous golden color and layers of flavor that taste far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. The quick grill time — just a few minutes per side — means you get that irresistible char without overcooking, and threading the shrimp through both the tail and body keeps them lying flat so every piece cooks evenly. For anyone avoiding celery, this recipe is naturally a safe bet: every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, with no hidden aromatics or mirepoix-style bases to worry about. A squeeze of fresh lemon and a scatter of flat-leaf parsley at the end brighten the whole thing up beautifully. Whether you're firing up an outdoor grill or using a grill pan on the stovetop, this one delivers serious restaurant energy with minimal effort.
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4 servings
For the marinade and shrimp
- 1 ½ lb large shrimp (16/20 count), peeled and deveined, tails on
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
- 1
If using wooden skewers, submerge them in water for at least 20 minutes so they don't scorch on the grill.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, turmeric, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper until combined.
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