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Perfect Grilled Honey Garlic Shrimp Skewers with Lemon Zest

Close-up of succulent Grilled Honey Garlic Shrimp skewers with a caramelized, glossy glaze and sesame seeds on a white plate.
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Follow this simple recipe to make juicy shrimp coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, cooked quickly on the grill.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if you are using them.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and black pepper to create the marinade.
  3. Add the shrimp to the marinade, toss to coat evenly, and let it marinate for 15 minutes. Do not marinate for longer than 20 minutes, as the acid in the soy sauce can start to cook the shrimp.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400 degrees Fahrenheit). Lightly oil the grates.
  5. Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers, leaving a small space between each piece. Reserve any leftover marinade.
  6. Place the skewers on the hot grill. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  7. During the last minute of cooking, brush the shrimp with the reserved marinade to create a sticky glaze.
  8. Remove the shrimp from the grill when they are opaque and pink throughout. Serve immediately with an extra squeeze of fresh lemon juice, if desired.

Notes

  • For best results, use large shrimp (21/25 count per pound) as they are less likely to overcook quickly on the grill.
  • If you prefer a thicker glaze, simmer the reserved marinade in a small saucepan over medium heat for 3 minutes until it reduces slightly before brushing it onto the shrimp.
  • If you do not have skewers, you can cook the shrimp directly on a grill pan or in a foil packet.

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