Hazelnut Free Turmeric-Ginger Shrimp & Tomato Skewers
These vibrant skewers are everything a summer grill night should be — bold, bright, and packed with flavor from a marinade built on fresh ginger, garlic, turmeric, cumin, and a hit of cayenne. The golden-orange coating clings to every plump shrimp, and the cherry tomatoes blister and burst on the grill, adding a juicy sweetness that balances the heat beautifully. Tree nut allergies can make navigating spiced dishes tricky, since many blended spice mixes and marinades sneak in unexpected ingredients, but every element here is straightforward and easy to verify. The marinade comes together in one bowl with pantry staples and fresh aromatics — no mystery blends, no hidden extras. A quick 20-to-30-minute soak in the lemon-spiked marinade is all the shrimp need before hitting the grill or broiler for just a few minutes per side. Finished with a scatter of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, these skewers are as stunning on a platter as they are satisfying to eat.
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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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