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New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
This recipe for New Orleans BBQ shrimp is tender and succulent shrimp cooked in a bold and zesty sauce - full of flavor and easy to make!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine:
Cajun
Ingredients
- 1 pound of large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning
- 5 tablespoons of butter
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley and lemon wedges
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.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
200kcal
(10%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Cholesterol
211mg
(70%)
Sodium
910mg
(38%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 200
% 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.