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Grilled Shrimp Kabobs (Skewers)
5 from 112 votes

Grilled Shrimp Kabobs (Skewers)

Grilled Shrimp Kabobs marinate jumbo shrimp briefly, then cook quickly over high heat to develop a lightly charred exterior while remaining tender inside. A glaze of Thai sweet chili sauce, butter, lime juice, and zest adds a balance of sweetness, heat, and citrus brightness, enhancing the shrimp’s natural flavor. These skewers are suited for quick grilling and immediate serving.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 min
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 222 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian-American Fusion

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs Shrimp peeled and deveined, kept cold, jumbo
  • 4 TB butter melted, salted
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • kosher salt
  • ½ cup sweet chili sauce Thai style
  • 2 TB lime juice fresh
  • 1 tsp lime zest

Instructions

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  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and thread shrimp onto four 12-inch skewers. Bamboo skewers must be pre-soaked in water first. Brush with 1 TB butter and season with cayenne and a pinch of salt on both sides. Keep chilled until grill is ready.
  2. Heat Thai sweet chili sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat until bubbling. Off heat, whisk in remaining butter, lime juice, and lime zest. Cover and keep warm.
  3. Grill shrimp over hot fire, about 30-60 seconds per side. Brush with glaze and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Look for Thai sweet chili sauce in the Asian aisle, often labeled "for chicken," characterized by a thick orange-red sauce with red pepper flakes.
  • Bamboo skewers should be soaked before grilling to prevent burning; reusable metal skewers are an alternative.
  • Serving suggestions include pairing shrimp kabobs with coconut rice or other mildly flavored sides that complement the glaze.
  • Grill shrimp just until opaque and cooked through to avoid toughness; brief cooking times are key.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 222kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 3g (15%) Trans Fat 0.5g (25%) Cholesterol 244mg (81%) Sodium 853mg (36%) Potassium 199mg (4%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 0.03g (0%) Vitamin A 708IU (14%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 96mg (10%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 222

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 222kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.5g 25%
Cholesterol 244mg 81%
Sodium 853mg 36%
Potassium 199mg 4%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 0.03g 0%
Vitamin A 708IU 14%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 96mg 10%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.