Citrus-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Chili and Cilantro

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

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Bright and zesty shrimp skewers marinated in a citrus-chili sauce, grilled to juicy perfection and garnished with fresh cilantro. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 21 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: 15 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 orange juice
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp olive oil
3 minced garlic cloves
1/2 tsp red chili flakes
1/4 tsp ground cumin
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
8 soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 1/4 tsp ground cumin, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated shrimp onto 8 wooden skewers, distributing evenly.
Step 4: Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, until shrimp turn pink and opaque with slightly charred edges.
Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves over the shrimp, and serve immediately with lime wedges if desired.