Mushroom Free Garlic Shrimp Skewers

Total time43 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time8 min

4.8

(5)

These garlicky, citrus-kissed shrimp skewers are the kind of dish that disappears from the platter before you've even sat down. A bold marinade of olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, and a touch of turmeric gives every shrimp a gorgeous golden color and layers of savory, slightly smoky flavor. The crushed red pepper flakes add just enough heat to keep things interesting without overwhelming the natural sweetness of the shrimp. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to fungi, this recipe is a genuinely easy win — every single ingredient is clean and straightforward, with zero hidden sauces or seasoning blends that might sneak in unwanted extras. The shrimp hit the grill over medium-high heat and cook in just a few minutes per side, picking up those irresistible char marks while staying juicy and tender inside. A shower of fresh flat-leaf parsley and a squeeze of lemon at the end brightens everything up and makes the whole platter look like something out of a restaurant. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this one is hard to beat.

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Ingredients

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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