Citrus Shrimp Skewers with Lemon Rice

Ingredients

For the Shrimp
• 1 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 lime, zested and juiced
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 tbs. extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp. salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional)
• Skewers
For the Lemon Rice
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 2 tbs. butter
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

For the Shrimp
1. If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 20 minutes.
2. In a food processor, add the lemon juice and zest, lime juice and zest, garlic clove, olive oil, salt, and red pepper flakes. Pulse until well-combined.
3. Add the shrimp onto the skewers (I did 5 per skewer).
4. Pour the citrus marinade over the skewers and let it marinate for about 30 minutes.
5. Heat grill or grill pan on medium heat. Place the skewers onto the grill. Reserve the extra marinade that may be on the bottom of the plate. Cook on each side for about 3-4 minutes or until the shrimp is no longer transparent and is cooked thoroughly. You can pour the reserved marinade over the shrimp during the last minute of cooking for extra flavor.
For the Lemon Rice
6. Heat the cooked rice in a pan.
7. Add the butter, lemon zest and juice, butter, and salt and pepper and stir into the rice. Serve.

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