Oven Baked Shrimp Skewers

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These oven baked shrimp skewers feature tender shrimp with delicious flavor thanks to fresh ingredients like zesty lime, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, and flavorful spices.

Prep Time10

Cook Time6

Total Time16

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Servings:

Calories: 190kcal

Author: Olivia & Annie

Ingredients

1 ½ lbs large shrimp (raw, deveined, tail-off)
1 cup of cilantro (mostly leaves, some stems are fine)
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ of a jalapeño (seeds removed if you want it to be less spicy)
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¾ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. If you’re using wooden skewers, place them in a shallow dish of water to soak to prevent them from burning in the oven. Add the cilantro, lime juice, oil, garlic, jalapeño, and all of the seasonings to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
Make sure the shrimp is thawed if it was previously frozen. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and add them to a bowl. Pour the cilantro lime marinade on top and mix well.
Thread the shrimp onto the sharp end of the skewer. Lay the skewers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 6-9 minutes, or until the shrimp is fully cooked (internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit) and an opaque pink color. If you choose not to use skewers, you can place the shrimp directly on the parchment lined baking sheet and cook for the same amount of time, tossing halfway through the cooking time or cook in a skillet on the stove.

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.
Here are some ideas for how you can serve these shrimp kabobs:
- Coconut rice or cilantro lime rice
- A fresh salad
- In a burrito bowl, tacos, or fajitas
- Fresh fruit like watermelon or pineapple
- Grilled or roasted vegetables

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