Prawn and Chorizo Skewers with Lemon Dip

Grill or air fry these Prawn and Chorizo Skewers with Lemon Dip. These easy shrimp and sausage appetizers have all the fun and flavour of the best Spanish tapas!

Small bites, finger foods, tapas . . . easy appetizers like these Prawn and Chorizo Skewers are by far my favourite way to eat when we have friends over. Quick-to-make snacks like these shrimp and chorizo kebobs are perfect for those impromptu happy hour get-togethers.

I love making and snacking on fun Spanish tapas-style snacks like these Grilled Cajun Prawn Kabobs with Pineapple or Air Fryer Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp Tapas, 10-Minute Grilled Chimichurri Shrimp Skewers, and lately, these little shrimp and sausage skewers.

This is a simple finger food recipe made with large shrimp (or prawns) and Spanish chorizo sausage. They're a breeze to put together, but they pack a lot of flavour and they're fun to eat.

Ready to make these fun prawn and chorizo tapas? Here's what you'll need.

🦐Prawns or Shrimp: What's the difference?

I use the two terms interchangeably. While the two are scientifically distinct, we use them similarly in recipes. In the UK, New Zealand and Australia (and here on the west coast of Canada where we catch them wild) they are known as prawns. They are more commonly called shrimp in much of North America. You can read more about the differences in this article on prawns vs. shrimp.

Wherever you are, you'll find that wild-caught shrimp or prawns have the best flavour!

Get the low-down on cooking with shrimp in A Complete Guide to Cooking Shrimp and Prawns to make sure they turn out perfectly every time!

🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions

Here's a quick overview of what you'll do to make these shrimp and chorizo skewers. Complete instructions are in the recipe card below.

1. Begin by combining the ingredients for the lemon dipping sauce. Set this aside in the fridge.
2. Next, combine the ingredients for the marinade. Toss with the prawns.
3. Slice the chorizo into ¼-inch thick rounds.
4. Thread the prawns and chorizo slices on skewers. You can wrap the prawns around slices of chorizo if the prawns you have are big enough, or you can simply alternate them on a skewer.

Grill or air fry the skewers, then serve with lemon dipping sauce for incredible appetizers or Spanish tapas!

Do you have an air fryer? If you're wondering whether you need one, see this post, Should You Buy an Air Fryer?

❓Can I make these Shrimp and Chorizo skewers ahead of time?

These shrimp and chorizo skewers are best served hot from the grill or air fryer. However, you can certainly prepare both the marinade and the lemon dip well ahead of time. Since they only take a few minutes to cook, I'd suggest marinating and assembling them closer to the time you plan to serve them.

Storing Leftovers

While it's highly unlikely you'll have any of these kabobs leftover, you'll need to refrigerate them promptly. Reheat in your air fryer at 350°F. for 2 - 3 minutes or until heated through. They're good cold, too!

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📖 Recipe

Prawn and Chorizo Skewers with Lemon Dip

Skewered shrimp or prawns with spicy Spanish chorizo sausage make a delicious appetizer. Cook these quickly in an air fryer and serve this finger food with lemon dipping sauce for extra flavour and fun!

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Spanish

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 22

Calories: 60kcal

Author: Elaine

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Equipment

Air fryer or grill

Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb large shrimp or prawns, (about 22), peeled and deveined
• ▢ 4-6 oz chorizo sausage 2 - 3 four-inch links

Lemon Dipping Sauce

• ▢ 1 cup sour cream
• ▢ 1 medium lemon, juice and zest of
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon pepper
• ▢ 1 tablespoon fresh chives

Lemon Garlic Marinade

• ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
• ▢ 2 teaspoon lemon zest
• ▢ ¼ cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• ▢ 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• ▢ ⅛ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

• Soak skewers in water if using wooden skewers.
• Combine the ingredients for Lemon Dipping Sauce and set aside.
• Combine the marinade ingredients and toss with prawns.
• Slice the chorizo sausage into ¼ inch slices.
• Thread the prawns and chorizo slices on the pre-soaked skewers. If the shrimp are large enough, thread them around each chorizo slice. If they're smaller, simply alternate them on the skewers.
• Air fryer instructions: Heat air fryer at 400°F. for 3 minutes. Arrange in air fryer basket in a single layer. Fry at 400°F. for 3 - 5 minutes or until no longer translucent.
• Grill instructions: Heat grill and cook shrimp for 2 minutes on each side or until no longer translucent. Don't overcook or they will be tough and rubbery.
• Serve hot with Lemon Dipping Sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 292mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 33IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg

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