New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp
Indulge in the bold, zesty flavors of New Orleans with this mouthwatering Barbecue Shrimp recipe! Despite its name, this soulful Southern dish is cooked entirely on the stovetop, where plump, shell-on jumbo shrimp are simmered in a luscious sauce made from butter, garlic, Worcestershire, hot sauce, and fresh lemon juice. A kick of Cajun seasoning and paprika adds the perfect touch of spice, while green onions lend a fresh, finishing flourish. Perfect for a quick yet impressive dinner, this dish takes just 30 minutes to prepare and is best enjoyed with a crusty loaf of French bread to soak up every luxurious drop of the rich, buttery sauce. Spice up your dinner table with this quintessential taste of New Orleans!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Jumbo shrimp (shell-on, deveined)
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.25 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Hot sauce (e.g., Louisiana hot sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 3 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 loaf Crusty French bread (for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the jumbo shrimp under cold running water. Pat them dry with paper towels, leaving the shells on for maximum flavor.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is fully melted and bubbling.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to incorporate the flavors.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip them over using tongs and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
Sprinkle the green onions over the shrimp and stir to combine. Remove the pan from heat.
Serve the barbecue shrimp immediately with a loaf of crusty French bread on the side for soaking up the rich sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.2 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.3 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 559 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 1460 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 60.6 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 866 mg | 18% | |
*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.
