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Old Bay Butter Grilled Corn and Shrimp Skewers

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These skewers combine sweet corn and tender shrimp glazed in a buttery Old Bay seasoning sauce, grilled to smoky perfection for an easy and flavorful summer BBQ dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cut into thirds
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on or off
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 fresh lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes if wooden

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients (10 minutes): Husk the corn and cut each ear into thirds. Peel and devein the shrimp if needed. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure they grill nicely.
  2. Make the Old Bay Butter Sauce (5 minutes): In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, Old Bay seasoning, minced garlic, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk well until fully blended.
  3. Season Corn and Shrimp (5 minutes): Sprinkle salt and pepper on the corn pieces and shrimp. Place them in the bowl with the butter mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Assemble the Skewers (10 minutes): Thread the shrimp and corn alternately onto soaked wooden or metal skewers. Leave a little space between pieces to ensure even cooking. Don’t overcrowd!
  5. Preheat the Grill (5 minutes): Get your grill hot—medium-high heat (about 375-400°F / 190-204°C). If using charcoal, wait until coals are covered with white ash.
  6. Grill the Skewers (8-10 minutes): Place skewers on the grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, basting with extra butter mixture as you flip. Look for nice grill marks, and shrimp should turn pink and opaque.
  7. Final Touches (2 minutes): Remove skewers from grill. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for a fresh pop of color and flavor.
  8. Serve Immediately: These are best enjoyed hot off the grill for maximum juiciness and buttery goodness.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Pat shrimp dry before seasoning to help the butter and Old Bay stick better. Use medium-high heat to avoid burning the butter. Baste often for moist, flavorful skewers. Watch shrimp closely to avoid overcooking; they are done when pink and curled into a loose ‘C’ shape. Frozen shrimp and corn can be used if thawed and dried properly. For a smoky flavor, use charcoal grill. A grill basket can be used to prevent shrimp from falling through grates.

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Keywords: Old Bay, grilled shrimp, grilled corn, summer BBQ, skewers, seafood, easy recipe, buttery glaze

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