Description
Grilled Seafood Skewers are a quick and impressive way to enjoy shrimp and scallops, perfect for summer BBQs and weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Seafood
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (Tail on is optional for easier flipping.)
- 1 pound sea scallops, patted dry (Use sea scallops instead of bay scallops for better results.)
Marinade
- 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, plus extra wedges for serving
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional) (Adds color.)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or basil
Skewers
- metal or wooden skewers (If using wooden skewers, soak in water for about 30 minutes.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse seafood quickly under cold water if needed, then pat very dry with paper towels.
- Marinate seafood in the lemon garlic mix for 15 to 25 minutes.
- Skewer shrimp and scallops separately to ensure even cooking.
- Leave a little space between pieces on the skewers.
Cooking
- Preheat the grill to medium-high and clean the grates, oiling them lightly.
- Lay the skewers on the grill and close the lid.
- Cook shrimp for about 2 to 3 minutes per side; cook scallops for 2 to 4 minutes per side.
- Avoid flipping too often; let the grill work.
- Remove from grill and add a squeeze of lemon and sprinkle of herbs before serving.
Notes
For variety, consider adding quick-cooking vegetables to the skewers, like bell peppers or zucchini. Refrigerate leftovers and consume within 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American, BBQ