Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Chermoula
Succulent grilled shrimp infused with vibrant North African spices and fresh herbs, served on skewers.
⏱ 25 minServes 4North African
Ingredients
- •2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- •1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- •1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- •4 cloves garlic, minced
- •1/3 cup olive oil
- •3 tablespoons lemon juice
- •1 teaspoon ground cumin
- •1/2 teaspoon paprika
- •1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- 1Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
- 2In a bowl, combine cilantro, parsley, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the chermoula marinade.
- 3Add shrimp to the marinade and toss well, letting sit for 10 minutes.
- 4Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
- 5Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- 6Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
- 7Transfer to a serving platter and serve hot with lemon wedges and flatbread.
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