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Blackened Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Bold and spicy, these blackened grilled shrimp skewers have just the right balance of salt and herbs to make every bite of shrimp pop with flavor. They're great enjoyed right off the skewer or eaten in tacos or your favorite salad.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time21 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Barbecue, Seafood
Keyword: Shrimp Skewers
Servings: 4 people
Author: Susie Bulloch

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds 16/20 shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed
  • 3 Tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 Ā½ Tablespoons Blackened Seasoning recipe in notes

Instructions

  • Preheat. Preheat grill to 425 degrees F for direct heat grilling.
  • Skewer and season the shrimp. Mix 3 Tablespoons of melted butter and 1 1/2 Tablespoons of blackened seasoning in a small bowl. Skewer the shrimp then brush with the seasoned butter on both sides.
  • Grill. Grill the shrimp skewers over direct heat for about 90 seconds per side or until they are no longer translucent. If the shrimp curl up into a tight, constricted circle, they are overcooked. They should be a nice shiny white with pink/red accents and a loose ā€œCā€ shape.
  • Enjoy. Remove the shrimp from the grill and serve immediately. You can enjoy these fresh off the grill as-is, or serve them up in tacos or salads.
  • Store your extra seasoning. The recipe for the Blackened Seasoning will make more seasoning than you'll need. This blend stores well in a lidded jar at room temperature. You'll want to use it within 6 months for optimum freshness.

Nutrition

Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 388mg | Sodium: 737mg | Potassium: 601mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 262IU | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 1mg