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    Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com · 1 Comment

    New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

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    These New Orleans BBQ shrimp are buttery, light, and juicy pieces of sautéed shrimp that have been tossed in a savory, delicious sauce! The Cajun-inspired, lemony sauce is so irresistible that it’ll be hard not to fill up on pieces of bread that have been drenched in it! From the first bite to licking the bowl, this famous New Orleans BBQ shrimp dish is full of flavor!

    Easy New Orleans-Style BBQ Shrimp Recipe

    My recipe for New Orleans BBQ shrimp will have every seafood lover coming back for more! It is so tasty that no one will believe it only took 15 minutes to make!

    Nothing about this dish is hard or complicated. Anyone will be able to make it! Everyone will love it!

    Square image of new orleans bbq shrimp in pan with lemon slices.
    These New Orleans BBQ shrimp are so juicy, saucy, and flavorful!
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    • Easy New Orleans-Style BBQ Shrimp Recipe
    • 🌎 Origin
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 How To Make New Orleans BBQ Shrimp
    • 💭 Angela's Tips & Recipe Notes
    • 🥡 Storing & Reheating
    • ❓ What Should I Serve With New Orleans BBQ Shrimp?
    • ❓ What Can I Do With Leftover New Orleans BBQ Shrimp?
    • ❓ Can I Leave The Tail On For New Orleans BBQ Shrimp?
    • 🦐More Delicious Shrimp Recipes!
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    If you are a fan of Cajun and Creole cooking, take a look at my other incredible Cajun recipes!

    🌎 Origin

    This famous dish first appeared in a New Orleans restaurant called Pascal’s Manale in the mid-50s. A customer had told the chef about a dish he ate during a Chicago business trip that consisted of shrimp, butter, and pepper.

    While the chef attempted to recreate the dish, he made something even better and the New Orleans BBQ shrimp was born!

    🥘 Ingredients

    These are pantry staple ingredients! Just make sure you go to the grocery store for some shrimp and creole seasoning (or try mine!)

    Photo showing ingredients needed for New Orleans bbq shrimp.
    • Shrimp – 1 pound of shrimp (large, peeled, and deveined).
    • Creole Seasoning – 2 teaspoons of Creole seasoning (divided into 2 portions).
    • Olive Oil – 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
    • Garlic – 1 teaspoon of minced garlic.
    • Worcestershire Sauce – 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce.
    • Chicken Broth – ⅓ cup of chicken broth.
    • Lemon Juice – 1½ tablespoons of lemon juice.
    • Butter – 3 tablespoons of butter.
    • Green Onions – optional garnish.

    *Be sure to see the recipe card below for ingredients,
    amounts & instructions!*

    🔪 How To Make New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

    This recipe is fast and simple, it will be on your table and ready to eat in only 15 minutes! All you need is some measuring spoons, a skillet, and a silicone spatula.

    This recipe makes 4 servings of approximately ¼ pound each.

    Season & Saute Shrimp

    Process photo 1 showing shrimp in a bowl with seasoning added.
    Process photo 2 showing shrimp in a pan tossed with seasoning.
    Process photo 3 showing garlic added to shrimp.
    Process photo 4 showing cooking shrimp.
    1. Season the shrimp. Season the 1 pound of peeled, deveined shrimp with 1 teaspoon of Creole seasoning (save the other 1 teaspoon of seasoning for later), in a medium-sized bowl. Stir to coat the shrimp evenly and set aside.
    2. Prepare your pan. Heat a large skillet or frying pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to medium heat.
    3. Sauté. Once the oil begins to simmer, add the shrimp and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon of minced garlic and the remaining 1 teaspoon of Creole seasoning to the shrimp and then sauté for roughly 30 seconds.

    Combine Sauce & Toss The Shrimp To Serve

    Process photo 5 showing shrimp removed.
    Process photo 6 showing butter added to make sauce.
    Process photo 7 showing shrimp added and tossed back in the pan with butter sauce.
    1. Make the sauce. Cook the shrimp just long enough for the color to start changing and then remove the shrimp from the pan. Add 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, ⅓ cup of chicken broth, and 1½ tablespoons of lemon juice to the pan and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
    2. Bring it all together. Reduce the heat to low and melt the 3 tablespoons of butter, then toss with the cooked shrimp. Adjust the seasonings to taste as needed. Serve immediately with some tasty grits, garnished with green onion.

    New Orleans barbecue shrimp is delicious and flavorful all on its own! However, I like to serve it with a side of some grits, zucchini, or dirty rice. Enjoy!

    💭 Angela's Tips & Recipe Notes

    • Make sure to thaw frozen shrimp completely before cooking.
    • Bacon fat is a phenomenal upgrade to using olive oil (or any cooking oil) in this classic recipe. You can also swap out the chicken broth for beer or ginger ale.
    • Cook over medium to medium-low heat to help prevent ending up with rubbery shrimp.
    • Use my Creole seasoning because it's fabulous! If using store-bought brands like Zatarain's, Tony Chachere, or Slap Ya Mama you will want to only add salt after your dish is fully cooked. Shrimp are salty as-is!
    • Liquid smoke can also be added to the sauce (½ to 1 teaspoon).
    • Bay scallops can be sauteed with shrimp, use a 50/50 blend with shrimp or prawns.

    🥡 Storing & Reheating

    Once cooled, New Orleans BBQ shrimp can be kept refrigerated in an airtight for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 4 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.

    Reheating New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

    To keep from overcooking the shrimp, reheat it on the stove-top with a bit of oil or butter over medium-low heat. Cook just until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes.

    ❓ What Should I Serve With New Orleans BBQ Shrimp?

    If you’re wanting something other than grits, this barbecue shrimp also tastes great with rice or pasta. Additionally, some “crusty bread” like Rustic bread, French bread, or a cob loaf are all perfect for soaking up the buttery sauce!

    ❓ What Can I Do With Leftover New Orleans BBQ Shrimp?

    You can use that yummy leftover shrimp to make a Po' boy sandwich! Add some lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, barbecue shrimp, and mayo to some French bread!

    ❓ Can I Leave The Tail On For New Orleans BBQ Shrimp?

    Traditional New Orleans BBQ shrimp is served with the tails and heads on! So feel free to leave the tails on, it’s all based on personal preference.

    Tall image of new orleans bbq shrimp in pan with lemon slices.

    🦐More Delicious Shrimp Recipes!

    • Southern Shrimp & Grits
    • Cajun Shrimp
    • General Tso's Shrimp
    • Garlic Butter Shrimp
    • Dynamite Shrimp
    • Creamy Coconut Shrimp

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    New Orleans BBQ Shrimp

    These New Orleans BBQ shrimp are buttery, light, and juicy pieces of sautéed shrimp that have been tossed in a savory, delicious sauce! The Cajun-inspired, lemony sauce is so irresistible that it’ll be hard not to fill up on pieces of bread that have been drenched in it! From the first bite to licking the bowl, this famous shrimp dish is full of flavor!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 216kcal
    Prep 5 minutes
    Cooking 10 minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 lb shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
    • 2 teaspoon Creole seasoning (divided into 2 equal portions)
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
    • 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
    • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • ⅓ cup chicken broth
    • 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
    • 3 tablespoon butter
    • green onions (optional garnish)

    Instructions

    • Season the peeled, deveined shrimp with half of the Creole seasoning in a small to medium-sized bowl. Stir to coat evenly then set aside.
      1 lb shrimp, 2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
    • Heat a large skillet or frying pan with the extra virgin olive oil to medium heat.
      1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the seasoned shrimp and saute for 1-2 minutes. Add minced garlic and remaining Creole seasoning then saute with the shrimp for about 30 seconds.
      1 teaspoon garlic, 2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
    • Cook just enough to start changing color, but not to overcook the shrimp. Remove the shrimp and set them aside while you make the buttery sauce.
    • Add the sauce ingredients (Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth, and lemon juice) to the pan juices and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
      2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ⅓ cup chicken broth, 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
    • Reduce heat to low and melt the butter, then toss with cooked shrimp. Adjust seasoning to taste as needed.
      3 tablespoon butter
    • Serve immediately with some tasty grits, garnished with sliced green onion.
      green onions

    Equipment You May Need

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    Silicone Spatula Set

    Notes

    • Make sure to thaw frozen shrimp completely before cooking.
    • Bacon fat is a phenomenal upgrade to using olive oil (or any cooking oil) in this classic recipe. You can also swap out the chicken broth for beer or ginger ale.
    • Cook over medium to medium-low heat to help prevent ending up with rubbery shrimp.
    • Use my Creole seasoning because it's fabulous! If using store-bought brands like Zatarain's, Tony Chachere, or Slap Ya Mama you will want to only add salt after your dish is fully cooked. Shrimp are salty as-is!
    • Liquid smoke can also be added to the sauce (½ to 1 tsp).
    • Bay scallops can be sauteed with shrimp, use a 50/50 blend with shrimp or prawns.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 216kcal (11%) | Carbohydrates: 3g (1%) | Protein: 23g (46%) | Fat: 13g (20%) | Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 206mg (69%) | Sodium: 386mg (17%) | Potassium: 402mg (11%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 686IU (14%) | Vitamin C: 4mg (5%) | Calcium: 88mg (9%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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    Easy Appetizers, New Orleans BBQ Shrimp, seafood, shrimp appetizers
    Course Appetizers, Seafood
    Cuisine Creole, Southern
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    Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com

    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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    1. T says

      August 13, 2022 at 11:50 am

      5 stars
      I made these and dipped into your bloves sauce thank you

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