Best 8 Cajun Grilled Shrimp Wbacon Recipes

**Savor the Bold Flavors of Cajun Grilled Shrimp with Bacon: A Symphony of Exquisite Cajun Cuisine**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece that captures the vibrant spirit of Cajun cooking – Cajun Grilled Shrimp with Bacon. This delectable dish is a symphony of bold flavors, combining the succulent sweetness of shrimp with the smoky allure of bacon, all enveloped in a tantalizing Cajun marinade. It is an explosion of taste that will leave you craving for more.

This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to crafting this Cajun delight, ensuring that every bite is bursting with flavor. You'll discover the art of creating the perfect marinade, infusing the shrimp and bacon with a harmonious blend of spices, herbs, and zesty citrus. The grilling technique is meticulously explained, ensuring that the shrimp and bacon are cooked to perfection, with a tender interior and a slightly charred exterior.

To elevate the dish to a gourmet experience, the recipe includes variations that add a touch of sophistication. Experiment with different types of bacon, such as applewood smoked or hickory smoked, to impart unique smoky notes. You can also incorporate various vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, and corn, to create a hearty and colorful Cajun grilled shrimp with bacon and vegetable skewers.

Whether you prefer the classic version or crave the added dimensions of the variations, this recipe has something for every palate. So, fire up your grill, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Cajun country.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BLACKENED SHRIMP WRAP WITH BBQ BACON AND CAJUN REMOULADE

Blackened Shrimp Wrap with BBQ Bacon and Cajun Remoulade image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ingredients

2 tablespoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons granulated garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons salted butter
1 pound shrimp (21-25 count), peeled, deveined and tails removed
1 pound thick-cut bacon
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon capers, drained and chopped
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon sweet relish
1 clove garlic, grated
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 avocados, medium dice
2 Roma tomatoes, medium dice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
4 large 12-inch flour tortillas, very lightly grilled til' just charred and beginning to bubble

Steps:

For the shrimp: Heat a grill to medium-high heat. Combine the paprika, garlic, onion powder, sugar, salt, coriander, black pepper and cayenne in a bowl. Melt the butter in small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the spice mixture and cook until fragrant, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes. Let cool, then toss the shrimp with the butter and spices and let sit for 15 minutes.
Lay the bacon across grates of a grill and grill until crisp, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Set aside on paper-towel-lined plate.
Grill the shrimp until charred, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Let rest, then chop each shrimp into 3 smaller chunks.
For the remoulade: Mix together the mayonnaise, capers, hot sauce, lemon juice, mustard, parsley, relish and garlic in a bowl and season with salt and black pepper.
Mix together the avocados, tomatoes and orange juice. Season with salt and black pepper. Schmear a tablespoon of remoulade on each tortilla and top with avocado and tomatoes, 2 slices of bacon and some grilled shrimp. Tightly wrap and serve with extra remoulade for dipping.

CAJUN GRILLED SHRIMP

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This grilled shrimp recipe came from a neighbor, Katie. These shrimp are a nice change from the regular Cocktail shrimp. The ingredient list looks long, but very easy to make with sprices/herbs that are usually onhand. Easy make-ahead, or bring with appetizer. Frozen shrimp work great.

Provided by debita

Categories Cajun

Time 12m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 lbs shrimp, peeled deveined, and be sure they are thawed, if using frozen. (I buy mine at Sam's 2 lb bag)
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons parsley
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon paprika
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 teaspoon white pepper
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

Mix together. Marinade for up to 24 hours. Skewer and grill, 3 minutes per side, or until tender. Serve warm or refrigerate to serve later.

CAJUN GRILLED SHRIMP

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The kicked-up marinade on these shrimp makes this a flavor-packed dish. Serve over rice, and make sure to squeeze those charred lemons over top-that makes them taste extra bright and delicious. -Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails on
4 medium lemons, each cut into 8 wedges

Steps:

In a large shallow dish, combine the first 8 ingredients. Add shrimp and turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate for 15 minutes. , Drain shrimp, discarding marinade. On 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread shrimp and lemon wedges., Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until shrimp turn pink, turning once, 6-8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic exchanges

CAJUN-SPICED GRILLED SHRIMP WITH REMOULADE

Cajun-Spiced Grilled Shrimp with Remoulade image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 tablespoons lemon juice, from 1 lemon
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons Cajun spice
Kosher salt
1 pound large shrimp (10 to15 per pound), peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, for serving
Lemon wedges, for serving
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons Cajun spice
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Kosher salt

Steps:

For the shrimp: Add the lemon juice, olive oil, Cajun spice and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a medium bowl and whisk to combine. Add the shrimp and toss to coat them in the spice mixture. Allow the shrimp to marinate while you make the remoulade. Do not marinate shrimp longer than 20 minutes.
For the remoulade: Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, Cajun spice, ketchup, mustard, parsley, lemon zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a bowl and whisk to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the shrimp in an even layer. Allow the shrimp to cook for 2 minutes, then flip them and cook until they are just opaque and the tails are pink, about another minute. Remove the shrimp to a serving platter, garnish with parsley and lemon wedges and serve with remoulade.

CAJUN SHRIMP SKEWERS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

3/4 pound peeled and deveined large (16/20) shrimp, tails left on
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
2 teaspoons Cajun Select Seasoning, recipe follows
1 lemon, halved
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Hot sauce, for grilling, optional
4 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon ground celery seed
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

Preheat a grill for cooking over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp, garlic, butter, Cajun Select Seasoning, juice of 1/2 lemon and some salt and pepper to a bowl and toss all together. Skewer the shrimp on metal skewers. Grill the shrimp, drizzling with hot sauce if desired, until plump and pink, about 2 minutes per side.
Grill the remaining 1/2 lemon until charred, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve with the shrimp.
Blend together the salt, granulated garlic, paprika, cayenne, onion powder, black pepper, sugar, basil, celery seed and oregano in a bowl until combined. Store in an airtight jar for up to 6 months.

CAJUN GRILLED SHRIMP AND GRITS

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Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 cup old-fashioned grits
2 cups boiling water
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 stick butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic granules or freshly minced
2 ounces chili powder
Pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 ounces seafood seasoning (recommended: OldBay)
1-ounce freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces garlic powder
2 ounces onion powder
1-ounce ginger
1-ounce butter or olive oil
2 pounds raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

Grits: Boil 2 cups of water in medium-size saucepan over medium heat. Add the remaining ingredients in consecutive order while stirring slowly. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat. Slowly stir in the grits. Allow to simmer, stirring every 5 minutes until reaching the desired consistency, about 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer the grits to a serving bowl and keep warm.
Shrimp: Mix all of the dry ingredients thoroughly in bowl until well blended. Melt the butter or olive oil in a large grill pan over high heat. Generously coat the shrimp in the seasoning mixture. Add them to the grill pan and cook until caramelized on both sides. Remove them from the pan to a serving bowl and serve with the grits.
Suggestion: Adding cheese and/or gravy with fried onions, to taste, will elevate the dish considerably.

GRILLED CAJUN SHRIMP SKEWERS

Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers image

Add some veggies like red and orange bell pepper rings on a bed of salad greens for a healthy, elegant meal. -Bridget Coulter, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 8 skewers.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first nine ingredients. Add the shrimp; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes., On eight metal or soaked wooden appetizer skewers, thread shrimp and lemon wedges. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-8 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CAJUN GRILLED SHRIMP

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This was a great way to grill shrimp. Slight kick but not overpowering, just good eats. These are also good cold with crackers for appies.

Provided by MsSally

Categories Cajun

Time 24m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/4-1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb jumbo shrimp, raw, shelled and deveined, tails intact if you like

Steps:

Mix all marinade ingredients. Add shrimp, stir to coat and refridgerate 15 minutes Not longer or shrimp will get rubbery when you cook them.
Thread onto skewers. Grill over med heat for 2 to 3 mins per side or till shrimp are slightly pink. Remove and enjoy.
Grilled corn makes a great side for this.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp. If frozen shrimp is all you have, thaw it completely before cooking.
Choose a good-quality Cajun seasoning. There are many different brands available, so read the labels carefully and choose one that you like the taste of.
Don't overcrowd the grill. If you're cooking a lot of shrimp, cook them in batches so that they have enough room to cook evenly.
Cook the shrimp until they are just cooked through. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as remoulade or cocktail sauce.

Conclusion:

Cajun grilled shrimp is a quick, easy, and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering. The shrimp are marinated in a flavorful Cajun seasoning and then grilled to perfection. They are delicious served with rice, potatoes, or your favorite grilled vegetables.