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! This dish is a true celebration of bold flavors and vibrant spices, 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 and buttery sauce that’s bursting with the essence of the bayou.

What makes this recipe truly special is the harmonious blend of ingredients. The tangy kick from apple-cider vinegar and hot sauce, combined with the depth of clam juice and the aromatic touch of garlic, creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. And let’s not forget the light-bodied beer that adds a unique twist, enhancing the overall richness of the dish.

Served alongside a crusty French baguette, this BBQ shrimp is not just a meal; it’s an experience. The bread is perfect for soaking up every last drop of that delectable sauce, making each bite a delightful adventure. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily impress your family and friends with this restaurant-quality dish right in your own kitchen. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in a taste of New Orleans that you won’t soon forget!

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 light-bodied 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