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Cajun Shrimp Kebabs

By Rian HandlerPublished: Aug 1, 2016
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preview for Cajun Shrimp Kebabs Are A Summertime Classic
Yields:
4 - 6
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
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Our homemade Cajun spice mix has got a killer kick!

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb.

    shrimp

  • 2 Tbsp.

    olive oil

  • 1 tsp.

    kosher salt

  • 1 tsp.

    cayenne

  • 1 tsp.

    paprika

  • 1 tsp.

    garlic powder

  • 1 tsp.

    onion powder

  • 1 tsp.

    oregano

  • 2

    lemons, sliced thinly crosswise

Directions

    1. Step 1Preheat grill to medium-high.
    2. Step 2Make Cajun spice mix. Combine salt, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and oregano in a small bowl. Stir with a fork until evenly combined.
    3. Step 3In a medium bowl, toss shrimp in olive oil. Add spice mix and toss shrimp until its evenly coated. Thread shrimp and lemon onto metal skewers (or wooden skewers that have been soaked for 20 minutes).
    4. Step 4Grill skewers until shrimp is opaque and lemon is charred, about 4-5 minutes total, flipping once halfway.
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