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Steak and Shrimp Skewers Recipe – Easy Garlic Butter Grilled Perfection

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Juicy steak and plump shrimp are marinated, skewered, and grilled to perfection, then finished with a luscious garlic butter sauce. This easy surf-and-turf recipe is perfect for summer cookouts, family dinners, or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail-on or off)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 lemon, zest and juice (divided)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Pinch of salt (for garlic butter sauce)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
  • Chopped chives or extra parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut steak into 1-inch cubes and pat dry. Peel and devein shrimp, rinse, and pat dry.
  2. In a large bowl, combine steak, olive oil, half the lemon zest and juice, salt, black pepper, paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Toss to coat and marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature (or up to 2 hours in the fridge).
  3. Melt butter in a small bowl or saucepan. Stir in minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt. Warm gently to infuse.
  4. If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes. Thread steak and shrimp alternately onto skewers, leaving space between pieces. Makes about 8–10 skewers.
  5. Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high (about 400°F). Clean and oil grates well.
  6. Grill skewers for 2–3 minutes per side, turning once, until steak is browned and shrimp are opaque and pink (steak internal temp: 135°F for medium-rare). Baste with garlic butter after the first flip and again before removing from grill.
  7. Transfer skewers to a platter. Drizzle with remaining garlic butter, sprinkle with extra parsley, and squeeze fresh lemon over the top. Let rest 2–3 minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, use separate skewers for steak and shrimp if you want perfect doneness. Don’t over-marinate shrimp. Oil grill grates well to prevent sticking. Let skewers rest before serving. Add vegetables like bell peppers or onions for variety. For dairy-free, use vegan butter or olive oil in the sauce.

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