Honey Free Turmeric-Ginger Shrimp & Tomato Skewers
These vibrant skewers are the kind of weeknight dinner that looks like you put in way more effort than you actually did. Large shrimp get tossed in a bold marinade of fresh ginger, garlic, turmeric, cumin, and a kick 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 brightens everything up while helping the spices cling to each shrimp — just keep the marinating window to 20–30 minutes so the citrus doesn't start breaking down the texture before they even hit the heat. Many store-bought marinades and glazes sneak in sweeteners you may be trying to avoid, but this one relies entirely on olive oil, aromatics, and fresh lemon for its depth and balance — no substitutions needed. The turmeric gives the shrimp a gorgeous golden color, and the tomatoes add a natural sweetness that makes the whole skewer feel complete without any added sugar. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, and you've got a dish that's as beautiful on the plate as it is 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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