Homemade Barbecue Shrimp Appetizer
Elevate your appetizer game with this bold and flavorful Homemade Barbecue Shrimp Appetizer—a perfect crowd-pleaser for parties or intimate dinners. Juicy, large shrimp are marinated in a tantalizing blend of garlic, paprika, chili powder, and brown sugar, then seared to perfection for a smoky finish. A rich barbecue sauce with a hint of fresh lemon juice adds a sweet and tangy glaze, making every bite irresistible. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this dish is beautifully garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Serve these tender shrimp with toothpicks for easy snacking or pair them with crusty bread to soak up the mouthwatering sauce. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is a surefire hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, chili powder, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with the marinade, ensuring every piece is well coated. Allow the shrimp to marinate for 10 minutes.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
Reduce the heat to low and add the barbecue sauce and lemon juice to the pan. Stir gently to coat the shrimp with the sauce, allowing it to simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and spoon the remaining sauce from the pan over the top.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with toothpicks or alongside crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
252 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 222 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 823 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 424 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
