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Alambre De Camarones Grilled Shrimp Skewers Recipe

Sizzle into summer with these delicious Alambre De Camarones! This vibrant recipe, inspired by a Self Magazine find, creates irresistible grilled shrimp skewers perfect for poolside parties or a delightful weeknight dinner. Succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of flavors are threaded onto skewers with sweet onions and juicy cherry tomatoes, then grilled to perfection. Get ready for a taste explosion that's both easy to make and incredibly satisfying. Try it today!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 93.6 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Alambre De Camarones Grilled Shrimp Skewers

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How to Make Alambre De Camarones Grilled Shrimp Skewers

  1. **Prepare the Marinade:** In a blender or food processor, combine 1/2 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Blend until completely smooth.
  2. **Marinate the Shrimp:** Add 1 pound of shrimp to the marinade and let it sit for at least 10 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
  3. **Prep the Vegetables:** Cut 1 medium red onion into bite-sized chunks. Halve 4-6 serrano or jalapeño chilis, removing seeds for less heat if desired. Wash and halve approximately 20 cherry tomatoes.
  4. **Assemble the Skewers:** Thread 1 chili half onto each skewer.
  5. **Add Shrimp, Onion, and Tomato:** Add 3-4 large shrimp, followed by 2-3 pieces of red onion and 1-2 cherry tomato halves to each skewer.
  6. **Repeat Layers:** Repeat step 5, creating two layers of shrimp, onion, and tomato on each skewer.
  7. **Add Second Chili:** Add a second chili half to the end of each skewer.
  8. **Season:** Sprinkle skewers lightly with additional salt to taste.
  9. **Preheat Grill:** Preheat your electric or gas grill to high heat.
  10. **Grill the Skewers:** Place skewers on the preheated grill, close the lid, and cook for approximately 5 minutes per side. Cook until the shrimp is pink and opaque, and the onions are tender.
  11. **Serve Immediately:** Remove from grill and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

2g

Carbs

2g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Appetizers Main Dish Seafood Easy Shrimp Dietary Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Shellfish