Smoky Devil’s Playground Shrimp Skewers

Smoky Devil’s Playground Shrimp Skewers

Discover a sizzling, smoky shrimp recipe with spices that will transport you straight to the South.

🕒 Prep: 10 min Cook: 6 min Total: 16 min
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Southern, American

Allergens

Shellfish

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp smoked paprika 1 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground coriander 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder Salt, to taste Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. Toss well to coat the shrimp evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to marinate.
  2. Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium high heat. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece. Discard any leftover marinade.
  3. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2 3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and let them rest for a minute before serving.

Chef’s Insight

The smoky spices will linger on your fingers, so enjoy them as you savor each bite.

Notes

For best results, use fresh shrimp and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish pays homage to traditional Southern barbecue while adding a fiery twist for a modern twist.