Sausage & Grilled Shrimp Kabobs
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Posted: 03/25/19
Updated: 11/06/20
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These Sausage and Grilled Shrimp Kabobs are packed with flavor and super easy! They are the perfect way to make dinner on the grill when you are busy yet these skewers are fancy enough to serve at your next BBQ!
Shrimp Kabobs
These fun Shrimp Kabobs are one of my favorite meals for a quick weeknight meal. I always love eating shrimp and when you add the smoked sausage into these Grilled Shrimp Kabobs they are so delicious. Two of my favorites in one. The addition of BBQ Seasoning on these Shrimp Kabobs provides just the right amount of zest. They just might be my new favorite kabob recipe! Actually, old since I’ve been making them for years!
Guys it’s all about getting the meal on the table, right?
Quick and easy – big flavor that is made quickly on the grill!
Kabobs are always an great weeknight meal. It’s fun to eat (food with a handle, gotta love that!) and these grilled shrimp kabobs are easy and delicious!
Can you believe my kids actually love them too? My oldest child, who’s only six, LOVES shrimp so she’s snitching the middle child’s shrimp off her plate when she’s not looking, but the middle child is doing the exact same with the smoked sausage! They each have a different favorite so it works out great!
How long do you cook shrimp kabobs on the grill?
Not long at all, even with the shrimp wrapped around the sausage, these only take about three minutes per side. Easy and quick, right?!!
Don’t forget if you are using wooden skewers to make the kabobs, be sure to soak them for at least 30 minutes before grilling!
Do you grill shrimp with the shell on?
You certainly can, but for this recipe be sure to remove the shells first. The shrimp for this recipe needs to be shelled and deveined.
What do I need to make grilled shrimp kabobs
- Smoked sausage
- Shrimp jumbo, tail-on, peeled and deveined
- Olive oil
- Barbecue Seasoning
Can you believe it? Only four things on your shopping list for these delicious Shrimp Kabobs. Well, probably three because I’m guessing you already have olive oil on hand!
How do I make Sausage and Grilled Shrimp Kabobs
- Preheat grill to 350 degrees.
- Make sure the grill grates are clean.
- Cut sausage into about 1” slices (the same thickness as the shrimp).
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Place shrimp in a bowl.
- Add sausage, olive oil and Barbecue Seasoning, toss to combine.
- Tuck the sausage slices in the “C” curve of the shrimp, thread them on the skewers.
- Grill over medium-high heat until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
I purchase shelled and deveined shrimp, but what if you can’t find those or your store doesn’t carry deveined shrimp? It’s really not hard to do, let me walk you thru this.
How to clean and devein shrimp
- Start by rinsing the shrimp under cold water.
- Discard any shrimp that are slimy, look or smell spoiled. The shrimp should smell fresh and like the ocean, discard any that aren’t!
- Peel raw shrimp, start underneath, where their legs are attached and just peel them off. I left the tail segment, but that’s just for looks, remove if you’d prefer.
- To devein the shrimp run a pairing knife down the middle of the back to expose the vein.
- Lift it out and discard, rinse well.
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Sausage and Shrimp Kabobs
These Sausage and Shrimp Kabobs are packed with flavor and super easy! They are the perfect way to make dinner on the grill when you are busy yet these skewers are fancy enough to serve at your next BBQ!
Ingredients
- 12 oz smoked sausage rope
- 12 oz shrimp jumbo, tail-on, peeled and deveined
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp Barbecue Seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat grill to 350 degrees F. Make sure grill grates are clean.
- Cut sausage into about 1'' slices, the same thickness as the shrimp.
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Place shrimp in bowl. Add sausage, olive oil and Barbecue Seasoning, toss to combine.
- Tuck the sausage slices in the "C" curve of the shrimp and then thread them onto skewers.
- Grill over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, flip and grill until shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Serve immediately.
Tips
If you are using wooden skewers remember to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from catching on fire when you grill.
Video
Nutrition Information
Calories: 255kcal (13%), Carbohydrates: 4g (1%), Protein: 18g (36%), Fat: 17g (26%), Saturated Fat: 5g (31%), Cholesterol: 183mg (61%), Sodium: 922mg (40%), Potassium: 186mg (5%), Vitamin A: 130IU (3%), Vitamin C: 2.9mg (4%), Calcium: 135mg (14%), Iron: 3.5mg (19%)
Adapted from: Iowa Girl Eats
Karen Jacobs says
Can I use andouille sausage?
the Evinks says
Yes that should work fine!
Eric says
Can you smoke on a pellet grill, and which flavor
the Evinks says
You could smoke on the pellet grill, but it’s going to be done rather quickly so I’m not sure how much of the smoked flavor it would soak up. I’d do a hickory or pecan pellet.
Jessicca says
Love this, huge crowd pleaser!!
the Evinks says
Awesome to hear Jessicca! Thanks for commenting and rating the recipe!
Lori says
Can these be done in the oven?
the Evinks says
Yes just put them on a baking sheet or a wire rack on a baking sheet and cook according to directions.
Henry says
What is the green garnish ?
Megan Mitzel says
Fresh chopped parsley.
Patty says
I have a bag of “extra small” shrimp to use up, and a “ring” of eckrige smoked sausage…will these work??
Julie Evink says
I would just alternate the shrimp and sausage instead of trying to tuck the sausage in the shrimp since they are smaller. Just make sure not to overcook the shrimp since they are smaller!
Cbear says
Does this make 6 skewers?
Julie Evink says
It really depends how big your skewers are, but yes I got 6 skewers when I make them!
Marie says
How much BBQ seasoning do you use
Julie Evink says
Hey Marie! It’s 2 Tbsp like it states in the recipe!
Linda says
What kind of smoked sausage do you use?
Julie Evink says
We use a Kielbasa usually but you can use anything!
Cindy says
Can I make these ahead of time and let sit in fridge until ready to grill?
Julie Evink says
Yes that should work fine.
Carol says
These were delicious ? thanks for sharing.
Julie Evink says
Thanks for coming back and leaving a comment and rating Carol! Glad you enjoyed them!
kimmy says
what are the best side dishes to goes well withe the kakobs
Julie Evink says
You could do a pasta salad, fresh fruit, I like grilled asparagus and sweet potatoes with these too!
kimmy says
thank you for the tips
Christina Cummings says
Can you cook these in the oven ..if so wut temp and how long
Julie Evink says
I would just broil them a few minutes on each side, make sure to soak the skewers in water if you use wooden ones!
Christina Cummings says
If i broil them in the oven how lobfmg do u think i should leave them in and if i should turn them while cooking?
Julie Evink says
I’d broil 2-3 minutes and flip it over and broil an addition 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque.
Linda says
I’ll have to try these kabobs with smoked sausage. I make almost the same thing but use chorizo because we like the added spiciness. They do make a great dinner and love that there’s little cleanup afterwards.
Julie Evink says
That sounds excellent too when you want a kick!
Patricia says
Do you cook the sausage first?
Julie Evink says
No it’s pre-cooked!
Jenn says
Loving how the shrimp wrap the sausage on these and hellooooo delicious! Perfect for weekend grilling!
Julie Evink says
They are! Always a hit!
Julie says
I have a question – could these be done in an Air Fryer and if so what temp and how long would you recommend?
Julie Evink says
Hi Julie! I’m sorry I haven’t ever tested it in an Air Fryer!
Cindy Hartline says
What barbeque seasoning do u recommend
Julie Evink says
We use this McCormick’s one – https://amzn.to/2CKpAUn (affiliate link)
Sandy Davenport says
I would use fresh Lime Juice!
Karly says
Delish!!
Julie Evink says
One of our favorites!