BBQ Shrimp Recipe
This delicious BBQ Shrimp recipe features succulent large shrimp sautéed in a flavorful blend of melted butter, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and Cajun spices. Cooked quickly in a skillet, the shrimp are perfectly tender and coated in a smoky, zesty sauce with hints of lemon and paprika. Ideal for a quick dinner or entertaining guests, these shrimp can be served with lemon wedges, hot sauce, and fresh parsley for added brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (such as McCormick or Slap Ya Mama)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 pounds large shrimp, deveined
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, allowing the garlic to release its aromatic flavor.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Mix until the sauce is well combined.
- Coat the Shrimp: Add the large deveined shrimp to the skillet and toss in the butter and spice mixture to evenly coat each shrimp.
- Cook the Shrimp: Cook the shrimp over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and are opaque throughout indicating they are fully cooked.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and serve the BBQ shrimp immediately. Garnish with fresh lemon wedges, hot sauce, and chopped fresh parsley if desired to enhance the flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh large shrimp for best taste and texture, but frozen shrimp can be used if fully thawed and drained.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper according to your preferred spice level to make it milder or hotter.
- Serve with crusty bread, rice, or a green salad for a complete meal.
- Do not overcook shrimp to prevent them from becoming rubbery; cook just until pink and opaque.
- The Cajun seasoning can be substituted with a homemade blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, and cayenne if desired.
Keywords: BBQ Shrimp, Cajun Shrimp, Spicy Shrimp, Garlic Butter Shrimp, Quick Shrimp Recipe, Skillet Shrimp
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