Alambre De Camarones (Grilled Shrimp Skewers)

Name: Alambre De Camarones (Grilled Shrimp Skewers)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, pressed; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 8 bamboo skewers, soak in water for about 30 minutes; 24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 small red onion; 16 serrano chilies; 24 cherry tomatoes

Servings: persons

2 garlic cloves, pressed
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
8 bamboo skewers, soak in water for about 30 minutes
24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 small red onion
16 serrano chilies
24 cherry tomatoes

1
Marinade: Add first 7 ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
2
Marinade shrimp for 10 minutes or up to 2 hours.
3
Skewers: Cut onion into bite-sized chunks. Add 1 chili to skewer.
4
Add 1 shrimp, a chunk of onion and a cherry tomato on to each skewer; repeat two times.
5
Add second chili to end of skewer.
6
Season with salt.
7
Heat the electric or gas grill over high heat.
8
Place skewers on grill and close grill cover.
9
Cook skewers for about 5 minutes on each side until the onions are tender and the shrimp is cooked through.

821

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

153

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 garlic cloves, pressed, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and more.

Yes, Alambre De Camarones (Grilled Shrimp Skewers) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!