This post is sponsored in conjunction with #BBQWeek. I received product samples from sponsors to use in creating #BBQWeek recipes. However, all opinions are mine alone.

The perfect recipe for barbecue season, these Grilled Spicy Lemon Garlic Nam Prik Shrimp Skewers are destined to be the hit of every occasion they’re served at.

This recipe has been in our family for years, changing a little over time, with every hand it passes through, and evolving into something truly delectable.

Imagine my utter horror when the little slip of paper it was written on, with all it’s edits, went missing off the side of our fridge!

Once I got over my initial shock, I was mortified that this slip could’ve happened on my watch. We tried, and tried in vain, to recreate it.

It was good. Even the bare bones of this recipe you can’t go wrong with. It just wasn’t the same though. It wasn’t nearly as good as it should’ve been.

Up until this point, we’d always called it Man Prik shrimp. It was even written that way on the recipe slip. So naturally my husband’s suggestion was to google that- Man Prik shrimp. Me, oblivious as usual, and not thinking anything of it, did just that.

Do not, I repeat, DO NOT do that. Google is not your friend on that search. You will see things that you can never un-see.

As luck would have it though, we moved recently- and happened to find the recipe tucked up and hidden away under the old refrigerator. In a wee little corner, that no broom or arm could’ve ever hoped to have reached.

As soon as it was back in my hands, I knew I had to share it with you all for #BBQWeek. 

With this warm weather, we seem to have skipped Spring completely and plunged head long into Summer. That being said, barbecue season (aka grilling season) is upon us. 

While I love a good chicken or steak recipe on the grill, kabobs or skewers are my absolute favorite. So many different flavors can be combined into one magical concoction.

In the years since first using this recipe, I’ve learned that ‘nam prik’ is actually a Thai term for super spicy. 

This recipe isn’t super spicy, but it does have a nice kick to it.

With a homemade marinade consisting of rice wine vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, red pepper flakes, several cloves of garlic, and the zest of one lemon- it’s a marinade meant to make a splash.

Welcome to #BBQWEEK! This week you’ll enjoy more than 70 recipes from more than 20 bloggers. There is also the opportunity to win one of three great prizes from our sponsors. Thank you to Michigan Asparagus for providing bloggers with freshly harvested asparagus, to Adams Extract & Spice for wonderful rubs and spices for grilling and Not Ketchup for bloggers choice of sauce.

Prize Number 1: $100 Gift Card Courtesy of Michigan Asparagus (Value $100)

Michigan Asparagus is known for its hand snapped fresh asparagus. It is available May – June and grown mostly in Oceana County along the shores of Lake Michigan. Michigan Asparagus has excellent flavor and a long shelf life. It is a nutrient-dense, low-calorie vegetable with no fat, no cholesterol, and very little sodium. Approximately 120 local Michigan farmers produce approximately 20 million pounds of Michigan Asparagus during the state’s 6-7 week harvest. Remember to buy U.S. for the freshest of the fresh.

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Tangerine Hatch Chile Not Ketchup blends sweet-tart California tangerines with a touch of heat from authentic Hatch chiles from New Mexico. Favorite pairings: fish, chicken, turkey

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See what the bloggers served up Wednesday for #BBQWeek

Cherry Chipotle Bourbon Baked Beans by Cookaholic Wife

Charred Corn Salsa by The Freshman Cook

Cherry Chipotle Grilled Pork Tenderloin by Tip Garden

Everything Bagel Pasta Salad by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks

Grilled Asparagus Salad by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings

Grilled Chicken Tikki Tacos by A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures

Grilled Kale Salad with Ricotta by Culinary Adventures with Camilla

Grilled Nam Prik Shrimp Skewers by 4 Sons ‘R’ Us

Grilled Spiced Blue Hawaiian Cocktail by Daily Dish Recipes

Grilled Stuffed Meatballs with Pineapple Sauce by Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck Survive Despite a Whiskered Accomplice

Real Hawaiian Macaroni Salad by Jonesin’ For Taste

Jersey Style Hot Dogs by Jolene’s Recipe Journal

Peppercorn Blue Cheese Burgers with Cherry Sauce by Strawberry Blondie Kitchen

Seasoned Barbecue Butter Shrimp Skewers by Family Around the Table

Sweet & Spicy Tangerine Shrimp & Pineapple Kabobs by Books n’ Cooks

Texas-Style Smoked Beef Ribs by Palatable Pastime

 

Thank you to #BBQWeek Sponsors Adam’s Extracts, Michigan Asparagus, and Not Ketchup for providing the prizes free of charge. These sponsors also provided bloggers with samples and product to use for creating #BBQWeek recipes. All opinions are my own.
The #BBQWeek giveaway is open to U.S. residents, age 18 & up. There will be three winning entries that will be verified. The prize packages will be sent directly from the giveaway sponsors. The #BBQWeek Bloggers are not responsible for the fulfillment or delivery of the prize package. Participating bloggers and their immediate family members cannot enter or win the giveaway. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with social channels mentioned in the #BBQWeek posts or entry.