Mexican Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Mexican Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Appetizer
20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 poundjumbo shrimp ((15-20 count))
  • prepared garlic bread ((optional))
  • skewers ((wooden ones soaked or use metal ones))
  • 3 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 3 tablespoonsfresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoonsminced garlic
  • ½ teaspoonancho chile powder
  • ½ teaspoonsmoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoonground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoonsalt
  • ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
  • ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes

Directions

  1. 1

    Peel and devein shrimp, leaving the last tail section intact

  2. 2

    Soak wooden skewers (best done overnight) or use metal ones.

  3. 3

    Mix up the marinade, marinate shrimp 30 minutes.

  4. 4

    Skewer shrimp and grill several minutes on each side, basting with extra marinade. You can griddle or cook inside in a skillet if you prefer.

  5. 5

    Serve hot, with toasted garlic bread.