Citrus-Marinated Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Chili and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

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Tender shrimp marinated in a zesty citrus and garlic mixture, grilled to perfection with a hint of chili heat, ideal for summer cookouts. This Caribbean-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 16 minutes, pairs large shrimp, orange juice, lime 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: 10 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 3/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Thread the marinated shrimp onto the 8 soaked wooden skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
Step 4: Place shrimp skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until shrimp are opaque and slightly charred at the edges.
Step 5: Remove from grill, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over shrimp, and serve immediately with lemon wedges or your favorite summer sides.