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Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers

These Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers are truly a dream to make and serve. Bold flavors from the seasonings blend with the smoke from the grill to make a delightful beginning to any meal or make more and turn them into a main course!
1
6
44 min
TOTAL TIME
238
CALORIES
$2.89
PER SERVING
Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers
Ingredients
11 INGREDIENTS
4 SERVINGS
Kosher Salt
1/2 tsp kosher salt
Onion Powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Sugar
1 pinch sugar
Paprika
1 tbsp paprika
Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Olive Oil
1 tbsp olive oil
Dried Thyme Leaves
1 tsp dried thyme leaves
crumbled
Shrimp
1 1/2 lbs shrimp
deveined, shells left on
Rice
rice
for serving
Cayenne Pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
to taste
Old Bay Seasoning
2 tsp old bay seasoning
Directions
26 STEPS
20 min
PREP TIME
4 min
COOK TIME
44 min
TOTAL TIME
View Directions on The Heritage Cook
Health Info
Macros
13g
CARBS
5g
FAT
35g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
Contains these allergens
CRUSTACEAN SHELLFISH
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I cook the shrimp skewers?
Should I peel the shrimp before grilling?
What type of shrimp should I use for skewers?
What other ingredients can I skewer with the shrimp?
Should I marinate the shrimp before grilling?
How can I prevent the skewers from burning on the grill?
How should I season the shrimp?
When should I apply sauce or glaze to the shrimp skewers?
How can I ensure even cooking if I'm using vegetables along with shrimp on the skewers?
How can I ensure the shrimp doesn't stick to the grill?