Description
With succulent shrimp and a smoky, sweet BBQ sauce, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser. The simplicity of the ingredients combined with the bold flavors makes it a go-to recipe for seafood lovers looking to enjoy a tasty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- Large shrimp: 1 lb (peeled and deveined)
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- BBQ sauce: 1/2 cup (your favorite variety)
- Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
- Paprika: 1 tsp
- Cayenne pepper: 1/2 tsp (optional for heat)
- Salt and pepper: To taste
- Fresh parsley: For garnish
- Lemon wedges: For serving
Instructions
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Prepare the Shrimp:
- In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
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Make the BBQ Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine BBQ sauce and lemon juice. Heat over low to medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
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Grill the Shrimp:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the shrimp on skewers (or directly on the grill if preferred) and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn pink and opaque.
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Glaze with BBQ Sauce:
- During the last minute of grilling, brush the shrimp with the prepared BBQ sauce, ensuring a nice coating on each shrimp.
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Serve:
- Remove the shrimp from the grill and arrange on a platter. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges for a burst of citrus.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, consider grilling the shrimp over wood chips or using a smoker.
- If you prefer to cook indoors, shrimp can also be pan-seared in a hot skillet with some oil.
- You can also add a dash of hot sauce to the BBQ sauce for more heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/BBQ
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
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