Oven Baked Garlic and Lemon Shrimp Skewers Recipe
This recipe for oven-baked garlic and lemon shrimp skewers combines zesty lemon, fragrant garlic, and a tangy marinade for a flavorful and easy seafood dish. Perfectly cooked in the oven, these shrimp skewers are juicy, tender, and ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or impressive appetizer. The marinade made with soy sauce, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and fresh cilantro infuses the shrimp with a delicious balance of sweet, savory, and citrusy flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Marinade Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
Shrimp
- 1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined (16-20 count or larger)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, black pepper, chopped cilantro, and minced garlic. Stir well until the ingredients are fully blended to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl with the marinade. Toss thoroughly to ensure each shrimp is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate the shrimp to marinate for 30 minutes, but do not exceed 1 hour to maintain the shrimp's texture.
- Preheat the Oven: After marinating, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the shrimp skewers.
- Thread the Shrimp onto Skewers: Remove the shrimp from the marinade, discarding any leftover marinade. Thread about 3 to 4 shrimp per skewer depending on their size, ensuring they are evenly spaced for even cooking.
- Arrange Skewers for Baking: Place the shrimp skewers on a baking tray. For best results, use a wire rack set over the tray or line the tray with aluminum foil to catch drips and facilitate even cooking.
- Bake the Shrimp Skewers: Bake the shrimp in the preheated oven for 7 to 9 minutes. The shrimp are done when they turn bright pink with opaque white flesh inside. Avoid overcooking to keep the shrimp tender.
- Serve: Serve the skewers immediately, garnished with lemon wedges for extra freshness and acidity if desired. Enjoy while hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Do not marinate shrimp for longer than 1 hour, as the acid from the lemon juice can start to cook the shrimp and affect texture.
- Use soaked wooden skewers or metal skewers to prevent burning in the oven.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- You can serve the shrimp skewers with a side of rice, salad, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices.
- Make sure shrimp is fully peeled and deveined for the best eating experience.
