Pistachio Free Garlic Shrimp Skewers
These garlicky, citrus-kissed shrimp skewers are the kind of dish that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. A quick marinade of olive oil, fresh garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, and a touch of turmeric gives each shrimp a bold, layered flavor that tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did. The grill does the heavy lifting in just a few minutes, leaving the shrimp beautifully pink with those irresistible lightly charred edges. Because the ingredient list is built entirely around fresh produce, seafood, and pantry spices, there's nothing here to second-guess — no hidden nut-based oils or sauces that can sneak unwanted allergens onto your plate. Threading the shrimp through both the tail and body keeps them flat and ensures even cooking, which is a small technique tip that makes a genuinely noticeable difference. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon wedge right at the table, and you've got a crowd-pleasing centerpiece that's as clean and simple as it looks.
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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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