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Grilled Shrimp Skewers: Cajun Recipe on a Lion Premium Grill
Cajun Shrimp Skewers: Fast, Bold, and Built for the Lion Grill
Grilled shrimp skewers are one of the fastest, most impressive things you can put on a Lion gas grill, and this Cajun shrimp grill recipe takes them to a whole other level. Garlic, butter, and bold Cajun seasoning coat every shrimp, then the Lion grill's stainless steel grates cook them over high heat in just a few minutes until they are plump, slightly charred, and packed with Southern-inspired flavor. Whether you are making this as a fast weeknight dinner, a party appetizer, or a seafood BBQ recipe to impress a crowd, this is the one that earns the most requests for seconds. The whole cook takes about 25 minutes from start to finish, and it works beautifully every single time.
Why This Cajun Shrimp Grill Recipe Works on a Lion Grill
The Lion L75000 32-inch gas grill — stainless steel grates, fast preheating, and strong burner performance for quick high-heat seafood cooking.
Shrimp is one of the most unforgiving proteins on the grill. It goes from perfectly cooked to rubbery in under a minute, which means the grill you use matters. The Lion grill's strong burner performance and stainless steel cooking grates are exactly what this recipe needs: high, even heat that sears the shrimp quickly and consistently without creating hot spots that overcook one side before the other is done.
The stainless steel grates on both the L75000 and L90000 retain heat exceptionally well, giving you those clean grill marks and a slightly charred exterior that makes grilled shrimp skewers taste so good. Fast preheating means you are cooking within minutes of firing up the grill, which is exactly the point of a 25-minute seafood BBQ recipe.
Beyond shrimp, a Lion Premium Grill comes with an included griddle, rotisserie kit, and smoker box, so the same grill that handles this fast Cajun shrimp grill recipe also handles slow-roasted prime rib, smoked wings, and backyard breakfast on the griddle. It is a complete outdoor cooking station right out of the box.
How to Make Grilled Shrimp Skewers, Step by Step
This recipe is adapted from Food Network's Cajun Shrimp Skewers by Sam and Cody Carroll of Cajun Aces. It is deliberately simple, as the bold Cajun butter does all the work. No marinating needed. Total active time is about 25 minutes.
What You Will Need
The Cooking Steps
- 1 Make the Cajun butter. In a bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, juice of half a lemon, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well. This is your coating and your basting sauce.
- • 4 tbsp kosher salt
- • 2 tbsp granulated garlic
- • 2 tbsp paprika
- • 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
- • 1 tbsp onion powder
- • 1 tbsp ground black pepper
- • 1 tbsp sugar
- • 1 tsp dried basil
- • 1 tsp ground celery seed
- • 1 tsp dried oregano
If you want to make homemade Cajun seasoning instead of store-bought, Food Network's Cajun Select Seasoning blend uses these 10 spices:
Mix all ingredients together and store in an airtight jar for up to 6 months. Makes about 1 cup.
- 2 Pat the shrimp dry and skewer. Pat each shrimp dry with a paper towel, since a dry surface gets a better sear and helps the butter coating cling properly. Thread the shrimp onto metal skewers. Using flat metal skewers prevents the shrimp from spinning when you flip them, which makes the cook much easier.
- 3 Coat with Cajun butter. Brush the Cajun butter generously over both sides of each skewer, making sure every shrimp is well coated. Reserve some of the butter for basting during the cook and finishing after.
- 4 Preheat the Lion grill and oil the grates. Preheat your Lion grill to high heat, around 400 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Oil the grates before the shrimp go on, since shrimp has a tendency to stick to stainless steel grates. Dip a folded paper towel in cooking oil and wipe it across the grates using tongs.
- 5 Grill the skewers. Place the shrimp skewers directly on the oiled grates. Grill for about 2 minutes on the first side without moving them. Flip once and grill for another 2 minutes. Drizzle with hot sauce during cooking if you want extra heat. The shrimp are done when they curl into a C shape and are opaque throughout. If they curl into a tight O shape, they are overcooked.
- 6 Grill the lemon and serve. While the skewers are still on the grill finishing up, place the remaining lemon half cut-side down on the grates and grill for 3 to 4 minutes until charred. Brush the finished shrimp with any remaining Cajun butter and squeeze the charred lemon over the top. Serve immediately.
A quick safety note: Shrimp is safe to eat once it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. The most reliable visual cue is when the flesh becomes firm and clear. Always use a thermometer for the most accurate check.
Tips for the Best Seafood BBQ Recipe Every Time
Getting grilled shrimp skewers right on a gas grill comes down to a few simple habits. Shrimp cooks fast, and once you know the rules it is surprisingly easy to get right every time.
- Always pat the shrimp dry before coating. Moisture is the enemy of a good sear. Wet shrimp steams instead of searing on the grates, and the butter coating will not stick properly. Pat every shrimp dry with paper towels before skewering.
- Use metal skewers, not wooden ones. Metal skewers conduct heat into the shrimp from the inside, helping them cook more evenly. If you must use wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Do not marinate in lemon juice for more than 30 minutes. The acid in lemon juice begins to denature the shrimp proteins and can make the texture rubbery before the shrimp even hits the grill. This Food Network recipe skips the marinade entirely for that reason, as the Cajun butter is applied fresh right before grilling.
- Watch the shape, not just the clock. A loose C shape means perfectly cooked. A tight O shape means overcooked. Shrimp cooks in 2 to 3 minutes per side over high heat, so stay close to the grill and pull them the moment they curl and turn opaque.
- Sauce right off the grill. Brush the remaining Cajun butter over the shrimp as soon as they come off the grates while they are still hot. The hot surface absorbs the butter much better than cooled shrimp, coating every piece evenly.
- Serving ideas. These Cajun shrimp skewers work in multiple settings. Serve over a rice bowl with grilled corn and lime wedges for a full dinner, pile them into warm tortillas with slaw and crema for tacos, or plate them simply with a fresh salad and the grilled lemon for a light appetizer.
Which Lion Grill Is Right for Your Seafood BBQ Recipe?
Both the Lion L75000 and L90000 are excellent for grilled shrimp skewers and any other Lion grill seafood recipe. Here is how they compare so you can pick the right one for your backyard setup.
- 60,000 BTUs across 4 stainless steel burners
- 15,000 BTU infrared rotisserie back burner
- 647 sq in primary cooking area (830 sq in total)
- Fits up to 24 burgers at once
- Includes free Gourmet Package ($360 value): rotisserie kit, smoker box, griddle, cover, griddle remover
- 16-gauge 304 stainless steel construction
- LED knob lighting for night grilling
- Great for smaller outdoor kitchens and built-in setups
- 75,000 BTUs across 5 stainless steel burners
- 15,000 BTU infrared rotisserie back burner
- 1,030 sq in total cooking area
- More burner zones for advanced indirect and direct heat setups
- Includes free Gourmet Package ($360 value): rotisserie kit, smoker box, griddle, cover, griddle remover
- 16-gauge 304 stainless steel construction
- LED knob lighting for night grilling
- Ideal for larger families, entertaining, and bigger outdoor kitchens
Both grills include the same free Gourmet Package, so you get the rotisserie kit, smoker box, and griddle included at no extra cost with either model. The choice comes down to cooking space and BTU output. If you are cooking for 2 to 4 people and want a solid built-in setup, the L75000 is the right call. If you regularly cook for larger groups or want maximum zone flexibility, the L90000 gives you the extra space and power.
The Lion L60000 does not include the Gourmet Package. The rotisserie kit and smoker box are not included with the L60000 and are available separately at Lion BBQ Direct.
Shop the Lion L60000Why This Lion Grill Seafood Recipe Stands Out
The reason this seafood BBQ recipe works so well on a Lion grill comes down to heat quality and control. Shrimp needs a short, intense burst of high heat to develop flavor and texture without overcooking. The Lion grill's stainless steel burners preheat fast, hold temperature consistently, and distribute heat evenly across the grates so every shrimp on every skewer gets the same cook.
The stainless steel grates themselves are a big part of the result. Thick stainless steel retains heat better than thinner grates, which means when the cold shrimp hits the surface it does not drop the temperature dramatically. You get clean sear marks and a slightly charred crust on a shrimp that is still perfectly juicy inside.
The Lion grill's strong burner output gets the grates to 400 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit in minutes, which is exactly the high heat a fast Cajun shrimp skewer recipe needs.
Commercial-grade stainless steel cooking grates retain heat exceptionally well, giving you consistent sear lines and even cooking across every skewer without hot spots.
With the included griddle, rotisserie kit, and smoker box, a Lion Premium Grill gives you more than a standard gas grill. Add accessories like an infrared sear burner, charcoal trays, or ceramic tube trays, and you can turn your backyard grill into a complete outdoor cooking station.
Final Thoughts on Grilled Shrimp Skewers on a Lion Grill
Grilled shrimp skewers are one of the best fast recipes in backyard cooking, and this Cajun shrimp grill recipe from Food Network is as simple and as bold as it gets. Pat the shrimp dry, coat them in Cajun garlic butter, oil the grates, grill two minutes per side, and finish with the charred lemon. That is the whole process, and it delivers every time.
Whether you are making this as a weeknight dinner, a party appetizer, a rice bowl topping, or a taco filling, the Lion grill handles it in under 25 minutes. Once you taste what stainless steel grates and high-heat burners do to a simple Cajun butter shrimp, this becomes a regular in the rotation.
Lion gas grills are manufactured using 16-gauge 304 commercial grade stainless steel. They feature a dual-layer welded hood, Lion Quick Lite valves, and commercial-grade burners. Both the L75000 and L90000 include a free Gourmet Package ($360 value) with a rotisserie kit, smoker box, griddle, grill cover, and griddle remover with bottle opener.
Ready to get more out of your backyard cooking? Shop Lion Premium Grills and accessories at Lion BBQ Direct.
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