Honey Garlic Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Sweet and savory honey garlic grilled shrimp skewers deliver a quick, flavorful meal perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the shrimp onto the soaked wooden skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Remove from grill and let rest for a minute before serving. Drizzle any remaining marinade warmed through over the skewers if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.