Flavorful Firecracker Grilled Shrimp Skewers Easy Spicy Sriracha Recipe
These firecracker grilled shrimp skewers feature a sticky, sweet, and spicy sriracha glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill, delivering a juicy, smoky, and addictive flavor perfect for quick summer meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
- 3 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (about half a lime)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry 1 pound (450g) of large shrimp. Keep the tails on for easy handling and grilling. Soak wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes if not already done.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons sriracha sauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
- Add shrimp to the bowl with half of the glaze (reserve the rest for brushing while grilling). Toss gently to coat. Let the shrimp marinate for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
- Carefully thread 4-5 shrimp per skewer, piercing through the thickest part.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F / 190-200°C). Clean and lightly oil the grates.
- Place the skewers on the grill. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, brushing with reserved glaze after flipping, until shrimp are opaque pink with a slight char.
- Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 2 minutes to allow juices to settle.
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges and optional fresh cilantro or green onions.
Notes
Do not over-marinate shrimp to avoid mushy texture from lime juice. Soak wooden skewers to prevent burning. Flip shrimp only once for best texture. If no grill is available, use a grill pan or broiler and watch closely to avoid overcooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4-5 sh
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 0.3
- Protein: 18
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