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Oven Baked Shrimp Skewers

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Delicious shrimp skewers marinated with cilantro, garlic, and lime, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups loosely packed cilantro stems & leaves, rinsed & pat dry
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 limes, juiced & zested
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 pounds raw large shrimp, peeled & deveined, pat dry

Instructions

  1. Add the cilantro, garlic, olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, honey, cumin, and salt into a large food processor. Blend until smooth.
  2. Remove about 2 tablespoons of the cilantro marinade and whisk it into a small bowl with melted butter. Set aside.
  3. Combine the marinade and shrimp in a large bowl. Toss until well combined. Cover and marinate in the fridge for 30-60 minutes.
  4. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Pierce the shrimp with the sharp end of a skewer. Thread 5-6 shrimp per skewer to make about 6 kabobs.
  6. Bake for 7-8 minutes, and broil if desired.
  7. Brush hot shrimp with the reserved butter sauce.

Notes

Marinate shrimp for up to 2 hours for better flavor. You can add vegetables to the skewers for extra nutrition.

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