BBQ Shrimp
This BBQ shrimp is loaded with buttery Cajun flavor and comes together fast for an easy dinner with plenty of sauce for dipping bread.
Servings: 4 people
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Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Large skillet
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup salted butter
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 8 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 cup American lager beer
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 2 pounds shell-on colossal or jumbo shrimp deveined
- French bread sliced green onions, or chopped parsley, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Add the butter, onion, and bell pepper to a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until the onions soften, about 4 to 6 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the beer, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, and hot sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then add the shrimp. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink.
- Top with parsley or green onions and serve with French bread.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the shrimp or they will become rubbery
- Shell-on shrimp help hold flavor and moisture during cooking
- French bread is highly recommended for soaking up the sauce
- Adjust the spice level with more or less hot sauce
- Fresh garlic gives the best flavor in the sauce
- Serve immediately while the sauce is hot and buttery