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Grilled Shrimp Piccata Skewers

Grilled Shrimp Piccata Skewers
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Grilled Shrimp Piccata Skewers are a vibrant and flavorful summer BBQ dish featuring tender shrimp marinated in a zesty lemon, garlic, and buttery piccata sauce, grilled to perfection. This quick and easy appetizer offers bright citrus notes balanced with salty capers and fresh parsley, making it a crowd-pleasing, light, and satisfying choice for any cookout or summer meal.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Marinade

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Piccata Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Additional

  • Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soaked in water for 30 minutes before use)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl to create the marinade that infuses the shrimp with classic piccata flavor.
  2. Marinate the Shrimp: Add the cleaned shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let the shrimp marinate for 15 to 30 minutes, ensuring they absorb the flavors without becoming mushy.
  3. Skewer the Shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto wooden or metal skewers, spacing them slightly for even grilling and easy flipping.
  4. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high and oil the grates to prevent shrimp from sticking. This ensures beautiful char marks and quick cooking.
  5. Grill the Shrimp: Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until shrimp turn opaque, are slightly charred, yet remain juicy.
  6. Make the Piccata Sauce: While the shrimp grill, melt butter in a small pan, then stir in capers, additional lemon juice, and chopped parsley to form the luscious finishing sauce.
  7. Serve with Sauce: Drizzle the warm piccata sauce immediately over the grilled shrimp skewers and enjoy the perfect balance of tangy, buttery, and savory flavors.

Notes

  • Do not over-marinate the shrimp; limit marinating time to 30 minutes to prevent mushiness.
  • Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to avoid burning on the grill.
  • Use a very hot grill to achieve quick cooking and attractive sear marks without drying out the shrimp.
  • Always use fresh lemon juice for the brightest and most natural flavor.
  • Choose shrimp of uniform size to ensure even cooking on the skewers.
  • Allow skewers to rest for a couple minutes after grilling to let the buttery sauce soak in fully.

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Keywords: grilled shrimp, piccata sauce, shrimp skewers, summer BBQ, lemon garlic shrimp, easy appetizer, gluten free seafood

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