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This recipe for New Orleans BBQ shrimp is tender and succulent shrimp cooked in a bold and zesty sauce - full of flavor and easy to make!
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New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

This recipe for New Orleans BBQ shrimp is tender and succulent shrimp cooked in a bold and zesty sauce - full of flavor and easy to make!
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Cajun
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 200kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 5 tablespoons of butter
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley and lemon wedges

Instructions

  • Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning on the shrimp; toss to coat evenly.
  • Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  • Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve; garnished with parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcal | Protein: 28g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 211mg | Sodium: 910mg | Sugar: 1g