Best 4 Emerils Easy Barbecue Shrimp Recipes

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**Emeril's Easy Barbecue Shrimp: A Taste of Louisiana in Every Bite**

Get ready for a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with Emeril's Easy Barbecue Shrimp. This tantalizing dish combines succulent shrimp, a zesty barbecue sauce, and a medley of aromatic spices to create an explosion of taste in every bite. Prepare to embark on a flavor adventure as we delve into the intricacies of this delectable recipe, along with variations and serving suggestions to elevate your barbecue shrimp experience. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a home cook seeking a taste of the bayou, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to create a memorable barbecue shrimp feast.

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

EMERIL'S EASY BARBECUE SHRIMP



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Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, adapted from Essential Emeril: Favorite Recipes and Hard-Won Wisdom From My Life in the Kitchen, Oxmoor House, 2015, courtesy Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Yield Makes 4 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

24 large head-on shrimp (about 2 pounds), peeled and deveined, tails left on, shells and head reserved
1 tablespoon cracked black peppercorns
2 teaspoons Emeril's Creole Seasoning (sold in supermarkets) or other Creole seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup dry white wine
3 cups water
3/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, preferably homemade
Juice from 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces
Jalapeno Biscuits, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with half of the cracked pepper, 1 teaspoon of the Creole seasoning, and the rosemary until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat. Add the shrimp shells and heads and cook, stirring a few times, for 3 minutes. Add the wine, water, Worcestershire, lemon juice, onion, garlic, and hot sauce. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer, and let gently bubble for 45 minutes. Strain through a coarse strainer; you should have about 1 cup of barbecue base.
  • Heat a 14-inch skillet over high heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, then the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes, searing on both sides. Pour in the barbecue base, reduce the heat to medium, and simmer until the shrimp are cooked through, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat; whisk in the butter, one piece at a time, not adding another until the previous piece is fully incorporated in the sauce.
  • Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter or small individual plates. Spoon the sauce over the shrimp and serve immediately with the Jalapeno Biscuits.

EMERILIZED BARBECUED SHRIMP



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     appetizer

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds medium-large shrimp in their shells, about 42
2 tablespoons Creole Seasoning
16 turns freshly ground black pepper, in all
2 tablespoons olive oil, in all
1/4 cup chopped onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
3 bay leaves
3 lemons, peeled and sectioned
2 cups water
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 dry white wine
1/4 salt
2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
12 petite rosemary biscuits, recipe follows
Garnish: Chopped chives

Steps:

  • Peel the shrimp, leaving only their tails attached. Reserved the shells, sprinkle the shrimp with 1 tablespoon Creole Seasoning and 8 turns of the pepper. Use you hands to coat the shrimp with the seasonings. Refrigerate the shrimp while you make the sauce base and biscuits. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large pot over high heat. When the oil is hot, add the onions and garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add the reserved shrimp shells, the remaining Creole Seasoning, the bay leaves, lemons, water, Worcestershire, wine, salt, and the remaining 8 turns black pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat, allow to cool for about 15 minutes, and strain into a small saucepan. There should be about 1 1/2 cups. Place over high heat, bring to a boil, and cook until thick, syrupy, and dark brown, for about 15 minutes. Makes about 4 to 5 tablespoons of barbecue sauce base. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over high heat. When the oil is hot, add the seasoned shrimp and saute them, occasionally shaking the skillet, for 2 minutes. Add the cream and all of the barbecue base. Stir and simmer for 3 minutes. Remove the shrimp to a warm platter with tongs and whisk the butter into the sauce. Remove from the heat. Makes about 2 cups. Mound the shrimp in the center of a platter. Spoon the sauce over the shrimp and around the plate. Arrange the biscuits around the shrimp. Garnish with chopped chives.

EMERIL'S FAVORITE BOILED SHRIMP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 pound boiled shrimp, serving 2 to 4 as an appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 31

1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 rib celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 sprig fresh tarragon
2 sprigs fresh thyme
3 sprigs fresh parsley
1 tablespoon Essence, recipe follows
2 tablespoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 lemon, squeezed (juice reserved) and the shell, plus 4 wedges for garnish
1/2 lemon, squeezed (juice reserved) and the shell, plus 4 wedges for garnish
1/4 cup white wine
4 cups water
2 bay leaves
1 pound medium (about 30) shrimp, peeled and deveined, tail segment left intact
Cocktail sauce, recipe follows
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 drops hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the peppercorns, coriander seeds, celery, tarragon, thyme, parsley, Essence, salt, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, white wine, water and bay leaves and bring to a boil over high heat and cook for 5 minutes. Add the shrimp to the boiling water, stir, cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 8 to 10 minutes, or until shrimp are just cooked through.
  • Strain in a colander and transfer the shrimp to a large bowl. Discard the cooking liquid and seasonings. Refrigerate the shrimp until well chilled, about 1 hour. While the shrimp are chilling, make the Cocktail Sauce.
  • When ready to serve, divide the shrimp among 4 small bowls, and hang them on the rim of each bowl. Divide the cocktail sauce into 4 equal portions and place in the bottom of each bowl. Garnish each bowl with a lemon wedge. Alternatively, you can arrange a layer of crushed ice in the bottom of 4 bowls, put a small ramekin of the cocktail sauce in the ice and arrange the shrimp on the ice around the sauce.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
  • Combine all ingredients in a small non-reactive bowl and stir until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

EMERIL'S LEMON-HERB GRILLED SHRIMP



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This shrimp recipe from Emeril Legasse is super simple and comes together easily-the lemon juice and herbs really put it over the top. Serve with corn on the cob, grilled vegetables, or a rice pilaf.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds large unpeeled shrimp
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from 3 lemons)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Using a pair of kitchen shears or a paring knife, cut through shell along the back of each shrimp. Devein shrimp, leaving shells on.
  • In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Reserve 6 tablespoons lemon mixture for serving. Place shrimp and remaining lemon mixture in a resealable plastic bag; seal bag and shake to coat shrimp. Refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Heat grill or grill pan to high. Clean and oil grill. Remove shrimp from marinade, wiping off excess. Grill until opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Serve shrimp drizzled with reserved lemon mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 g, Fat 14 g, Protein 35 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp will have a sweeter, more delicate flavor than frozen shrimp.
  • Peel and devein the shrimp. This will help to remove any grit or sand from the shrimp and make them more enjoyable to eat.
  • Marinate the shrimp. Marinating the shrimp in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs will help to enhance their flavor.
  • Cook the shrimp over high heat. This will help to sear the shrimp and prevent them from becoming tough.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cook very quickly, so it is important to watch them carefully and remove them from the heat as soon as they are cooked through.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately. Shrimp are best served hot off the grill, so make sure to have all of your sides and condiments ready before you start cooking.

Conclusion:

Emeril's Easy Barbecue Shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for a summer cookout. The shrimp are marinated in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs, then grilled to perfection. The result is a succulent and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at your party. This recipe is also very versatile, so you can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your own taste. For example, you could add some chopped bacon or jalapenos to the marinade, or you could serve the shrimp with a variety of dipping sauces.

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