Best Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp Kabobs Recipes

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MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED SHRIMP KABOBS



Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp Kabobs image

These scrumptuous shrimp look and taste as if they have been deep-fried! Recipe makes eight servings, but they are so wonderful four people can easily devour them. They make an unusual grilled appetizer!

Provided by BeachGirl

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 kabobs, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined,leaving tails on
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups dry breadcrumbs
1 clove garlic, pressed or finely minced
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
salt & pepper
skewer

Steps:

  • Place skewers in water and let them soak at least 20 minutes or until you are ready to use them.
  • Rinse and dry shrimp.
  • Put both oils in resealable plastic bag; add shrimp and toss to coat them with oil.
  • Add bread crumbs, garlic, parsley, basil, salt and pepper.
  • Toss shrimp to give them a coating of dry mixture.
  • (You're wondering how the breading is going to stay adhered to the shrimp, right? Fear not- that's what the next step accomplishes).
  • Seal bag and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • (Do not skip this step).
  • Thread shrimp on wet skewers.
  • Grill on HOT grill for 2 minutes per side or until golden.
  • Do not overcook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502.7, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 285.8, Sodium 1581.8, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 36.4

GRILLED SHRIMP KABOBS



Grilled Shrimp Kabobs image

These are very easy to make and great as an appetizer or served with salad or a rice dish for a backyard BBQ! I like to add Essence or Creole Seasoning and Poblano or Jalapeno Pepper to the skewers to give them a little extra Zing!

Provided by Christine Bettiga

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 6 Kabob Skewers

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup Italian dressing (zesty or regular)
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 fresh garlic clove, crushed
1 dash dried cilantro
salt and pepper
1 lb large shrimp (tails on)
1 yellow squash
1 zucchini
1 red bell peppers or 1 green bell pepper
Emeril's Original Essence or creole spices
1 large poblano peppers (optional) or 1 large jalapeno pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • You can use tomato, onion or other vegetables also.
  • Mix the marinade in a ziploc bag, add shrimp, shake to coat.
  • Place in refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Soak the skewers in salt water to soften so they will not burn.
  • Cut up the vegetables into large enough pieces to place on skewers.
  • Remove shrimp from bag.
  • Place left over marinade into a bowl for brushing on kabobs as they grill.
  • Alternate adding vegetables and shrimp to skewers.
  • Place kabobs on cooking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with Essence or a dash of cayenne pepper or creole spices to add zing.
  • Place Kabobs on the grill away from fire (we use mesquite to add smokie flavor).
  • Brush Shrimp and Vegies with leftover Marinade as they cook.
  • Cook until vegies are tender, approximately 3-5 minutes per side.
  • Serve immediately!
  • Great with salad or rice dishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 95.5, Sodium 535.7, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.5, Protein 11.4

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