Posted on Sunday, August 3, 2025 in
Seafood Recipes
Quick and tasty garlic shrimp skewers recipe, bursting with bold flavor, zesty lime, and sizzling garlic, ready in minutes for pure satisfaction.
| Preparation time | 15 min |
| Cooking Time | 10 min |
| Ready In | 2 h 25 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 4 Servings |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | 203 kcal |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Protein | 29 g |
Ingredients
500 g peeled shrimp (about 1.1 lb or 1 lb 2 oz)Juice of 1 lime6 garlic cloves, thinly slicedSalt and pepper, to taste1 chili pepper (fresh red or green, depending on your heat preference)Oil, as needed (e.g., vegetable or olive oil)1 tablespoon margarineFresh coriander, finely chopped, to taste
Preparation
- Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Thread the shrimp onto large wooden skewers.
- In a large frying pan, heat a drizzle of oil with the chili pepper and sliced garlic.
- Cook over medium heat until the garlic starts to turn golden.
- Add the margarine and let it melt.
- Place the shrimp skewers in the pan and cook on both sides until the shrimp are done (pink and slightly charred).
- Sprinkle with finely chopped coriander and serve immediately.
Recipe & Photo Credit: Pagina Receitas
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