Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp Skewers
These grilled Cajun garlic butter shrimp skewers combine juicy shrimp, rich butter, fresh garlic, and bold Cajun spices for an easy summer favorite. A quick cook on the grill gives them irresistible char and flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter 8 Tbsp
- 4 cloves garlic pressed or minced
- 1 Tbsp Cajun spice
- ½ tsp salt omit if using salted butter
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice from ½ lemon
- 2 lbs large shrimp 21–25 count, peeled & deveined
- 12 medium wooden skewers
Instructions
- Soak skewers 30 min; preheat grill to 400°F.
- Simmer butter, garlic, Cajun spice, salt, and lemon juice; split into two portions.
- Thread shrimp onto skewers; brush one side with sauce and chill 2 min; flip, brush, and chill.
- Grill 2 min per side until opaque; baste with remaining sauce and serve.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/cajun-garlic-butter-shrimp-skewers/
Notes
- You can substitute Cajun seasoning with Old Bay or blackened seasoning.
- For an extra hit of citrus, add fresh lemon zest to the butter sauce.
- If you prefer, bake the skewers at 425°F for 8–10 minutes instead.