New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
200 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Cajun
New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
Description
This recipe for New Orleans BBQ Shrimp features peeled and deveined large shrimp tossed with Cajun seasoning to provide a spicy base. The shrimp are then cooked in a skillet with melted butter and minced garlic, which infuses the dish with a fragrant richness.
After cooking the shrimp until pink and opaque, Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice are added to create a tangy, savory sauce that complements the spice and butter. The seasoning is balanced with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serving the shrimp garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges adds brightness and color, making it suitable for a flavorful appetizer or main course. The sauce also pairs well with crusty bread or rice to soak up the buttery flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, large
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- parsley chopped fresh; lemon wedges; optional
- lemon chopped fresh; lemon wedges; optional
Instructions
- Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning on the shrimp; toss to coat evenly.
- Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve; garnished with parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 200 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 200kcal | 10% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 211mg | 70% |
| Sodium | 910mg | 38% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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