Cajun
Cajun Shrimp Skewers
“Grilled shrimp skewers with spicy seasoning.”
Shrimp
cajun seasoning
Lemon Juice
Olive Oil
Garlic
LemonEasy21 min
Where it comes from
Cajun shrimp skewers are a modern twist on traditional seafood grilling, popular in backyard barbecues.
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How it's made
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How it's made
3 steps · Show ↓- 15 min
In a bowl, combine shrimp, cajun seasoning, lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic. Toss until the shrimp are well coated and let them marinate for a fragrant infusion.
- 210 min
Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, alternating with slices of onion and lemon for a burst of color and flavor.
- 36 min
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill, cooking until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, with a slight char, about 3 minutes per side.
Watch outOvercooking will make the shrimp tough — remove them from the grill as soon as they turn pink and opaque.
