Chestnut Free Turmeric-Ginger Shrimp & Tomato Skewers
These vibrant skewers are everything a warm-weather dinner should be — bold, bright, and ready to impress with minimal effort. The marinade layers fresh ginger, garlic, turmeric, cumin, and a kick of cayenne into a deeply aromatic coating that clings to every shrimp and gets even better as the tomatoes blister and burst on the grill. A splash of lemon juice ties it all together with just enough acidity to make the flavors pop. Because the ingredient list is built entirely around fresh produce, seafood, and pantry spices, there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden tree nut derivatives sneaking into your meal. The whole thing comes together on the grill or under the broiler, making it just as doable on a Tuesday night as it is for a backyard cookout. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon wedge, and you've got a stunning plate that tastes like it took far more work than it did.
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4 servings
For the skewers
- 1 lb large shrimp (16/20 count), peeled and deveined, tails on
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
For the marinade
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
If using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water for at least 30 minutes so they don't scorch on the grill or under the broiler.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, turmeric, cumin, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice until combined into a smooth marinade.
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