Description
This BBQ Shrimp recipe features succulent large shrimp cooked in a flavorful buttery sauce infused with garlic, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and a blend of Cajun spices. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s a perfect quick and delicious dinner option that delivers bold, smoky, and tangy flavors with a mild spicy kick.
Ingredients
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Sauce 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
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds large shrimp, deveined
Instructions
- Heat Butter and Garlic: 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.
- Combine Sauce Ingredients: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, kosher salt, ground cayenne, and black pepper into the melted butter and garlic until well combined, forming a rich, flavorful sauce.
- Add Shrimp: Add the deveined shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat each shrimp evenly with the butter and spice mixture.
- Cook Shrimp: Cook the shrimp in the skillet for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, indicating they are cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the shrimp immediately, garnished with lemon wedges, hot sauce, and fresh parsley if desired, for an extra burst of flavor and freshness.
Notes
- Use fresh large shrimp for best flavor and texture; thaw completely if frozen.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the level of spiciness.
- Serve with crusty bread or over rice to soak up the flavorful sauce.
- Make sure not to overcook shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- This dish can be quickly doubled to serve a crowd.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Keywords: BBQ shrimp, Cajun shrimp, spicy shrimp recipe, quick shrimp dinner, skillet shrimp
