31 Game-Changing Ways To Grill Shrimp
It's not summer if you're not grilling everything.
We’re BIG fans of shrimp here at Delish: shrimp pasta, shrimp appetizers, spicy shrimp… you name it, we’ve got a recipe for it! So you can trust us when we say that come summertime, there’s no better way to enjoy these little crustaceans than with some char and heat from the grill (or a grill pan, if you can’t get outdoors). Check out our top 27 grilled shrimp recipes for ideas—you’ll be on your way to a delicious grilled summer app or weeknight dinner in no time.
Thanks to their small size, shrimp cook FAST, and that’s no different on the grill. Because they are so little though, you don’t want to just dump a bunch onto your grill and hope for the best. Avoid losing them through your grill grates by using some of our top grilling accessories: grill skewers and a roll of tin foil.
If you’re unfamiliar with foil packs, we’re about to blow your mind. You can make almost ANYTHING on the grill if you wrap it in a little foil boat. We’re talking surf 'n turf, Tuscan butter shrimp (yes, just like our famous one-pot version), shrimp boil, and even shrimp, broccoli, and rice (just as good as takeout). Another great thing about foil packs is how they can be personalized. Make individualized packs for everyone in your family or at your gathering, and everyone wins.
There’s maybe nothing more beloved at a BBQ than apps on a stick. They’re convenient, cute, and super easy to throw together. Shrimp is perfect for this application, since they can be a little unwieldy on their own on the grill. Instead, simply marinate them in your flavors of choice, then stick them (and whatever other ingredients you’re into, like sweet corn, pineapple, or lemon wedges) on a skewer, and pop them onto the grill for just a few minutes. Check out our pesto shrimp skewers, taco lime shrimp, or our pineapple shrimp skewers for ideas, but really: any flavors you generally like paired with shrimp will work on the grill too.
Want more grilling inspiration? Check out our favorite grilled seafood, grilled chicken, and grilled steak recipes too.
Spicy Grilled Shrimp
The best part about this recipe? The sweet and spicy sauce doubles as a marinade and a glaze—don't forget to reserve some for basting the shrimp while it's on the grill!
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Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Sriracha Slaw
There are no extraneous ingredients here—once you grab shrimp, you've probably got almost everything to make these already! We left the tails on the shrimp for grilling, but feel free to take them off.
Shrimp Boil Foil Packets
Like our sheet pan shrimp boil, this recipe cuts down on the production, but not the flavor! Foil packs turn a shrimp boil into individual parties that are so easy to throw onto the grill. It's everything you love with way less work.
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Taco Lime Shrimp
You might not think to add taco seasoning on shrimp recipes—but think again: Marinated in a mix of taco seasoning, enchilada sauce, and lime juice, these shrimp are seriously bangin'.
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Surf 'n Turf Foil Packs
At your next summer gathering, put a few of these bad boys on the coals and take more time to enjoy your company. Once you have the ingredients prepped—all of which can be done the day before and stored in your fridge—it's a few minutes of assembly and only around 15 minutes of hands-off grilling.
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Tomato Gazpacho with Avocado and Grilled Shrimp
This classic summer soup gets an awesome upgrade with grilled shrimp and creamy avocado. It's just what your gazpacho was missing!
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Pesto Shrimp Skewers
These three ingredient skewers—shrimp, pesto, and lemon—are easy enough for a weeknight summer dinner or classy enough for guests.
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Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Tacos
Originating in Baja California, fish and shrimp tacos have become popular pretty much anywhere seafood is available. The combination of avocado slaw, marinated shrimp, and garlic-lime mayo makes this a seriously delicious version. Serve 'em up with a margarita and extra hot sauce on the side.
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Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Guacamole and Red Cabbage Slaw
Buy tostada shells, or make your own like we did here—they're super easy to bake off in an oven before you head outside to grill your shrimp!
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Pineapple Shrimp Skewers
These shrimp and pineapple skewers are the perfect light dinner, and they come together so quickly. Keep a close eye on your shrimp—if your grill is hot they could take as little as 2 minutes a side. As soon as they're opaque, they're good to go!
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Rum-Glazed Shrimp
We used Captain Morgan here, but whatever spiced rum you can find will work. Take inspiration from this recipe to try infusing all your seafood with your favorite alcohol too!
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We turned our grilled shrimp foil packets into an awesome party skewer. It's everything you love with way less work.
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Grilled Shrimp Tacos With Mango Salsa
These tacos are loaded with flavor and shockingly easy to make. Want even more fruity salsas? Try our grilled pineapple salsa or blueberry salsa next!
Cajun Butter Shrimp & Sausage Skewers
We love these skewers for many reasons: they're FULL of flavor, they're hearty, and most of all, they provide the perfect bite. Sausage + shrimp = a match made in Cajun heaven. They're like Jambalaya on a stick!
Party Shrimp Boil
We turned our shrimp boil foil packs into an awesome party skewer.
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Shrimp, Broccoli and Rice Foil Packs
Turns out you CAN make rice on the grill—using instant rice and quick cooking shrimp and broccoli means you can enjoy all your favorite stir fry flavors, outdoors!
Cajun Shrimp Kebabs
Our homemade Cajun seasoning has got a killer kick, but you could use a store-bought option for these flavorful shrimp skewers too.
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Pesto Shrimp Skewers with Cauliflower Mash
Serve herby grilled shrimp over a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes for the perfect summer dinner. Make your own pesto, or use store-bought to make these come together extra quickly.
Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Foil Packs
This super simple foil pack recipe was MADE for summer. Sweet corn, zucchini, and shrimp come together in a flavorful sauce that would be great served alongside pasta or a summer salad.
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Grilled Shrimp Taco Bowl
Chipotle's got nothin' on this taco bowl with creamy cilantro-yogurt dressing. We love the homemade fried tortilla strips here, but free to just crumble store-bought tortilla chips over top instead.
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