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 heart of New Orleans with this mouthwatering BBQ Shrimp recipe! Known for its bold flavors and rich history, New Orleans cuisine is a celebration of spices, seafood, and soul. This dish perfectly embodies that spirit, combining succulent shrimp with a zesty sauce that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine the aroma of garlic sizzling in canola oil, the warmth of Cajun seasoning enveloping the shrimp, and the delightful tang of lemon and hot sauce coming together in a bubbling pot. Each bite is a burst of flavor, enhanced by the creamy richness of butter that ties it all together. And let’s not forget the crusty French baguette, perfect for soaking up every last drop of that delectable sauce!

This recipe is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings friends and family together around the table. Whether you’re hosting a casual lunch or a festive dinner, New Orleans BBQ Shrimp is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. With just 45 minutes of preparation, you can serve up a dish that feels like a special occasion. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to dive into a plate of shrimp that’s bursting with flavor and Southern charm!

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