Cajun Shrimp Kabobs
Just assemble and grill these easy Cajun Shrimp Kabobs–no marinating! Loaded with flavor for a perfect casual or elegant dinner.
Summer is fun. But with all of the varied activities, it can mean conflicts. Do you soak up relaxation or move projects (and dinner!) forward. So, I was happy to make these easy Cajun Shrimp Kabobs on a busy night.
Yes, easy is the goal here. And summer is too short to marinade! So just assemble, sprinkle with spices and grill. Even better, you’ll have both protein and vegetable courses on the same skewer!
Now with tasty spices and andouille sausage, Cajun Shrimp Kabobs are also loaded with flavor. And adding shrimp means you can serve them for special occasions. Or to a picky daughter home from college. Not naming any names…
Yes, sometimes you can have it all!
Why You’ll Love This!
Flavorful. With a sprinkle of spices and andouille sausage, these are loaded with flavor!
Easy. Just assemble, sprinkle with cajun seasoning and grill. And it gives you both your protein and vegetables. How easy is that!
Versatile. Cajun Shrimp Skewers are easy enough for a weeknight dinner and elegant enough to serve company with wine. So make them twice!
Step by Step Overview
If using wooden skewers, soak ahead of time per package directions, usually at least a half hour. Then combine ingredients in spice mix and mix thoroughly.
Assemble eight kabobs, using 2 pieces of each ingredient per skewer. Sprinkle with spice mix, then grill until done, turning once.
I typically allocate two skewers per person.
Variations
Shish kabob is always a welcome dinner option! For some other kebab ideas, consider Mixed Seafood Kabobs, Pork Kabobs with Chimichurri Sauce, or Kefta Kabobs with Salad and Tzatziki (spiced ground beef ).
Today I grilled my kabobs, but they can also be baked or broiled. Just in case you run out of propane or are hit by a downpour at dinner time!
Tips & FAQs
This is perfect with a simple side of Crock Pot Red Beans and Rice. Or today I just made the rice–I told you this would be easy!
As a bonus, the leftover shrimp shells can be used for stock. I smash them down, then add to a container (or two) in the freezer to accumulate. Then when I have enough, I cook them all down and use or freeze the stock.
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Cajun Shrimp Kabobs
Ingredients
Spice mix
- ¼ teaspoon each cayenne oregano, onion powder, thyme, cumin, garlic powder, black pepper
- ½ teaspoon each paprika salt
Kabobs
- 2 andouille sausages cut in 16 peices
- 16 large raw shrimp peeled
- 16 cherry tomatoes about a half pint
- 1 pepper cut into 16 pieces.
- 1 zucchini cut into 16 pieces
Instructions
- If using wooden skewers, soak ahead of time, according to package directions.
- Combine ingredients in spice mix and mix thoroughly.
- Assemble eight kabobs, using 2 pieces of each ingredient per skewer.
- Sprinkle with spice mix, then grill until done, turning once.
- Serve two skewers per person.
Nutrition
Updated from the original, published July 13, 2017.
Kabobs are so fun! I made a similar recipe and wrapped the shrimp around the sausage. They looked funny. These look delicious! And ironically, Dad brought Cajun blackened spices back from New Orleans before it became popular. He was an OG foodie.
Lovely dish that will be perfect for any outdoor grilling! Bth flavors and textures are spot on.
That’s a brilliant idea for a busy summer night. It’s great to have a simple, flavorful meal ready to go.
I agree!
Wonderful combination of flavors and textures! Thanks, Inger!
Oh do these look wonderful, the combination of the ingredients perfect. Thanks for sharing Inger!
Look delicious!!