Charred Citrus and Ginger Tiki Shrimp Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-02 · Updated 2026-07-02

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Bright shrimp skewers marinated in zesty lime and ginger, grilled to perfection with a smoky char that balances sweet and spicy tiki flavors. This Caribbean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 16 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, lime juice, fresh ginger, grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tbsp lime juice
2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
8 wooden skewers, soaked in water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lime juice, 2 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to make the marinade.
Step 2: Add 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to absorb flavors.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and have a slight char, being careful not to overcook.
Step 5: Remove from grill and sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro for a fresh herbal note before serving.