Chicken Free Turmeric-Ginger Shrimp & Tomato Skewers
These vibrant skewers are everything a warm-weather meal should be — bold, bright, and ready in almost no time. Large shrimp get tossed in a punchy marinade of fresh ginger, garlic, turmeric, cumin, and a hit of cayenne, then threaded onto skewers with juicy cherry tomatoes that blister and burst on the grill or under the broiler. The lemon juice in the marinade does double duty, adding a citrusy lift while helping the spices cling to every curve of the shrimp. Because the marinade window is intentionally short — just 20 to 30 minutes — the texture stays plump and snappy rather than turning rubbery, which is a small but important detail that makes a real difference. Whether you're firing up the grill outside or using the broiler on a weeknight, the cook time is only a few minutes per side, so dinner comes together fast without sacrificing any flavor. A scatter of fresh parsley and a few lemon wedges on the side keep things fresh and finish the plate beautifully. It's the kind of recipe that looks impressive enough for guests but is genuinely easy enough to pull off on a Tuesday.
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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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