New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

Health score
7%
New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
45 min.
6
473kcal

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Welcome to a culinary journey that takes you straight to the vibrant streets of New Orleans with this mouthwatering BBQ Shrimp recipe! This dish is a true celebration of bold flavors and Southern charm, perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual lunch or an elegant dinner. Imagine succulent shrimp, perfectly seasoned with Cajun spices, swimming in a rich, buttery sauce that’s bursting with the tang of lemon and the kick of hot sauce.

What sets this recipe apart is its simplicity and the use of fresh, quality ingredients. The combination of clam juice, Worcestershire sauce, and a splash of light-bodied beer creates a unique depth of flavor that will have your taste buds dancing. And let’s not forget the crusty French baguette, which is essential for soaking up every last drop of that delectable sauce!

In just 45 minutes, you can impress your family and friends with a dish that embodies the spirit of New Orleans cuisine. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a delicious meal, this BBQ Shrimp recipe is sure to become a favorite. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to indulge in a dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  •  crusty baguette french
  • teaspoon peppercorns whole black
  • 0.5 cup butter cold cut into cubes (1 stick)
  • tablespoons cajun spice 
  • tablespoons canola oil 
  • ounce bottled clam juice 
  •  bay leaves dried
  • cloves garlic peeled smashed
  • 0.3 cup hot sauce 
  •  juice of lemon 
  • 12 ounce beer 
  • pounds shrimp deveined peeled
  • 0.3 cup worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  2. Heat the canola oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.Once it's hot, toss in the garlic, and sauté until golden, about 3 or 4minutes.
  3. Add the shrimp to the pan, and cook until they turn brightpink, about 1 minute more.
  4. Remove the shrimp from the pan with aslotted spoon, and set aside on a plate.
  5. Pour in the beer, lemon juice,clam juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple-cider vinegar, bayleaves, and peppercorns; bring to a simmer, and cook for 15 minutes,until the liquid is slightly thickened.
  6. Whisk the cubes of butter into the sauce, and once it's melted, addthe shrimp to finish cooking, about 2 minutes more.
  7. Serve the shrimpand sauce in bowls with loads of crusty bread for dipping.
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Nutrition Facts

Calories473kcal
Protein30.49%
Fat43.22%
Carbs26.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.79
Glycemic Load
14.21
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.641739127429%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:472.97kcal
23.65%
Fat:22.38g
34.44%
Saturated Fat:10.52g
65.73%
Carbohydrates:30.64g
10.21%
Net Carbohydrates:28.49g
10.36%
Sugar:4.96g
5.51%
Cholesterol:284.1mg
94.7%
Sodium:1113.97mg
48.43%
Alcohol:1.76g
100%
Alcohol %:0.64%
100%
Protein:35.54g
71.07%
Phosphorus:400.54mg
40.05%
Copper:0.72mg
35.92%
Vitamin A:1710.2IU
34.2%
Manganese:0.46mg
23.01%
Iron:3.6mg
20%
Potassium:690.94mg
19.74%
Magnesium:77.59mg
19.4%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.77%
Calcium:178.36mg
17.84%
Zinc:2.59mg
17.27%
Vitamin C:13.77mg
16.69%
Vitamin E:2.14mg
14.24%
Folate:55.51µg
13.88%
Vitamin B3:2.58mg
12.92%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.38%
Selenium:8.41µg
12.02%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.71%
Vitamin K:9.38µg
8.93%
Fiber:2.14g
8.57%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.31%
Source:Epicurious