Shish kebabs with shrimp, lemons and bay leaf
4 servings
30 minutes
Shrimp skewers with lemons and bay leaves are a refined dish with subtle Mediterranean aromas. Shrimp marinated in lemon juice, garlic, and spices gain a rich flavor, while bay leaves add spicy woody notes. Grilled lemons caramelize to reveal their sweetness and soften acidity, giving the dish a unique depth of flavor. This skewer is an ideal choice for summer picnics and friendly gatherings where the lightness and freshness of ingredients are valued. Its simplicity makes it accessible even for novice cooks, and the combination of shrimp and citrus is always a winning option for food lovers.
1
Preheat the grill or barbecue.
2
In a bowl, mix lemon juice, half of the olive oil, salt, black and red pepper, and minced garlic. Add the shrimp, mix, and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Freshly ground black pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
- Red pepper flakes: 0.5 teaspoon
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Peeled king prawns: 32 pieces
3
Cut the lemons into 8 pieces and place them in a bowl. Add the bay leaves and the remaining olive oil. Mix well.
- Lemon: 4 pieces
- Fresh bay leaf: 32 pieces
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
4
On 8 skewers, alternately thread 4 lemon slices, 4 shrimp, and 4 bay leaves. Place on the grill and cook for 2 minutes on each side until the shrimp are done.
- Lemon: 4 pieces
- Peeled king prawns: 32 pieces
- Fresh bay leaf: 32 pieces
