Ashley M. Jacobs Fri, July 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM PDT 3 min read Grilled shrimp with the shells on with sliced lemon in a white bowl - Catherine Anne Thomas/Shutterstock ...

Add shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until cooked through. If using a gas grill, preheat to medium (350°F), then grill the shrimp skewers for 2 to 3 minutes per side with the lid open.

Also, go with larger shrimp when grilling. Don't buy shrimp smaller than the large size, which is 16 to 20 per pound, though meatier, extra large shrimp (13 to 15 per pound) and jumbo (10-12) are ...