Citrus-Marinated Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

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Bright and zesty shrimp skewers marinated in citrus juice and chili, grilled to smoky tenderness perfect for summer evenings. This Latin American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 33 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, lime juice, orange juice 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: 25 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tbsp, freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tbsp olive oil
2, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp red chili flakes
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
4, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice, 2 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp red chili flakes, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread shrimp evenly onto 4 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred at edges, basting with leftover marinade during cooking.
Step 5: Remove from grill and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving.