Quick Shrimp Kabobs Recipes

QUICK SPICY SHRIMP KABOBS

Steps:

• In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Add the shrimp; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for up to 2 hours., Drain and discard marinade. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the shrimp, pineapple and onion. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink.

QUICK SHRIMP KABOBS

Steps:

• In a small microwave-safe bowl, mix marmalade and soy sauce. Set aside 1/4 cup for basting., On 10 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the shrimp, mushrooms and pineapple., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 3 minutes, turning once. Grill 3-5 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink and vegetables are tender, basting with reserved sauce., Cover and microwave remaining sauce on high until heated through, stirring once. Serve with kabobs.

QUICK-MARINATED SHRIMP KEBABS

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, garlic, oregano, lemon juice, and zest and season with salt and pepper.
• Alternately thread the shrimp, squash, onion, and zucchini onto the skewers, using 4 shrimp per skewer.
• Put the kebabs in a shallow baking dish and pour the marinade over the top. Marinate the kebabs at room temperature, turning occasionally, for 10 minutes.
• Preheat an indoor grill pan or an outdoor grill. Grill the kebabs, turning and basting with the marinade occasionally, until lightly charred and just-cooked through, about 4 minutes.

GARLIC SHRIMP KABOBS

Steps:

• Rinse and dry shrimp.
• Whisk olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, pepper, and parsley together in a bowl and pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add shrimp, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Lightly coat metal skewers with cooking spray.
• Remove shrimp from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Place about 5 shrimp on each skewer.
• Cook on the preheated grill until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes; do not overcook.

SHRIMP SCAMPI KABOBS

Steps:

• Stir together the oil, tarragon, parsley, Dijon, honey, vinegar, whole-grain mustard, garlic and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add the shrimp and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
• Remove the shrimp from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Thread the shrimp alternately with the lemon slices onto skewers. Sprinkle the shrimp lightly with salt and pepper.
• Pour the marinade into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes or until very hot. Reserve the marinade for serving.
• Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp kabobs until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Transfer to a platter and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with the reserved marinade.

EASY SHRIMP KABOBS

Steps:

• Wrap each shrimp in a piece of bacon, and thread onto skewers.
• Combine the melted butter, lemon juice, salt and pepper; brush the mixture over the kabobs.
• Grill the kabobs over hot coals, turning the skewers frequently, until the shrimp are cooked and the bacon is lightly browned and crisp, 5-10 minutes.
• Before serving, brush the kabobs again with the butter mixture.
• Pour any remaining butter into a small bowl and serve it with the kabobs.

QUICK SHRIMP & RICE "KABOB" FOIL PACKAGES

Steps:

• Heat grill to medium heat.
• Spoon rice onto centers of 4 large sheets heavy-duty foil with sides folded up slightly; pour 1/3 cup water over each. Top with remaining ingredients.
• Fold foil to make 4 packets.
• Grill 15 min. or until shrimp turn pink and rice is tender. Cut slits in foil to release steam before opening packets.