**New Orleans Barbecued Shrimp: A Taste of Louisiana's Culinary Heritage**
Experience the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with our collection of New Orleans Barbecued Shrimp recipes. This iconic dish showcases succulent shrimp coated in a flavorful sauce, grilled to perfection and served with a crusty French bread for a delightful meal. Indulge in the classic recipe, featuring a zesty sauce made with Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, lemon juice, and spices. For a spicy kick, try the Cajun-inspired version with a blend of cayenne pepper, paprika, and garlic. Seafood lovers will delight in the variations that include succulent crawfish or tender scallops, each offering a unique taste of the bayou. Don't miss the vegetarian option, where grilled vegetables take center stage in a smoky barbecue sauce.
CHEF JOHN'S NEW ORLEANS-STYLE BARBEQUED SHRIMP
This indigenous American shellfish dish, cooked on the stovetop, has plenty of big flavors from garlic, rosemary, and freshly cracked black pepper. Serve over hot cooked rice. Use the largest shrimp you can get.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Seafood Shellfish Shrimp
Time 1h50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Peel shrimp and place into a mixing bowl; set shrimp shells aside in a saucepan.
- Drizzle vegetable oil over shrimp and season with black pepper, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and seafood seasoning. Mix shrimp to coat with spices and cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate shrimp to absorb flavors, at least 1 hour.
- Place reserved shrimp shells in saucepan over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon butter; cook and stir until shells are pink and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in chicken stock, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low; simmer until shrimp shells have given off their flavor, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Strain shrimp stock through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl and add lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Stir to combine.
- Place a large skillet over high heat until pan is very hot; sear shrimp in the very hot, dry pan until shrimp are browned, about 1 minute per side.
- Stir 3 tablespoons cold butter, garlic, and minced rosemary into shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp are opaque in the middle and garlic is fragrant, 1 minute. Pour in shrimp stock.
- Transfer shrimp from skillet to a bowl, using a slotted spoon; reserve sauce in skillet. Bring sauce to a boil and cook until reduced slightly, about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste. Return shrimp to pan, reduce heat to low, and warm through, about 1 minute. Serve shrimp drizzled with pan sauce; garnish with a rosemary sprig.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 289.8 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 836.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
NEW ORLEANS-STYLE BARBEQUED SHRIMP
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 42m
Yield 8 main course servings, or 12
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook's Note: You can buy large, frozen tiger shrimp that have been deveined but are still in the shell. If you use these, thaw them according to the package directions. If using fresh shrimp, you can ask the person at the fish counter to devein them for you in the shell. You can also do this yourself: Using kitchen shears, cut the shell along the vein and pull the vein out with your fingers. Or, you can just skip the deveining process. The vein won't hurt you.
- Combine 3 tablespoons of the chili powder and 1 tablespoon of the salt in a small bowl. Rub the shrimp with this mixture, making sure you rub some into the open cut where the shrimp as been deveined (if applicable) to season the shrimp inside the shell. Place the shrimp in a shallow, non-reactive pan, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate while you make the sauce.
- In a saucepan set over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until soft, but not browned. Add the ketchup, oil, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon, lemon juice, bay leaves, oregano, thyme, and cayenne, as well as the remaining 2 tablespoons chili powder and 2 teaspoons salt. Stir to mix. Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes, or until thick. Remove from the heat, uncover, and cool to room temperature. Remove and discard the lemon slices and bay leaves. Pour 1 1/2 cups of the sauce over the shrimp. Toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate the shrimp for 1 to 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate the remaining sauce separately and save for dipping.
- Prepare a charcoal fire or preheat a gas grill for direct grilling over high heat.
- While the grill is heating, reheat the remaining sauce in a small, covered saucepan over very low heat, it will only take a few minutes. Watch the sauce carefully so that it doesn't burn.
- Remove the shrimp from the pan and discard the marinade. Grill the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until the shells are orangey-pink. To test for doneness, take a shrimp off the grill, remove the shell and cut the shrimp in half: The flesh should be white and firm throughout.
- Serve with the warm sauce for dipping, and a large bowl for the shells.
NEW ORLEANS BARBEQUED SHRIMP
This is a sure winner in any home. Be sure and cover the table with old newspapers to gather the shells and make clean up easy. Make sure to have warmed French bread to dunk in the 'sauce'! Bibs would be nice to protect your clothing from the sauce but not necessary.
Provided by CYBERTIGER-2
Categories Seafood Shellfish Shrimp
Time 40m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Wash shrimp and drain well.
- Melt margarine/butter in a one quart casserole dish. Add salad dressing, lemon juice, black pepper and garlic powder.
- Add shrimp to the casserole dish. Stir gently to cover the shrimp with the mixture. Cover and bake, stirring occasionally for 25 to 30 minutes or until shrimp are pink.
- Serve the shrimp hot on a large platter and place the sauce in individual bowls so that you can easily 'dunk' bread in the sauce!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 871.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 467.1 mg, Fat 72.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 47.1 g, SaturatedFat 32.4 g, Sodium 1666.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
Tips:
- Use large shrimp: Jumbo or extra-large shrimp are best for this recipe, as they will hold up well to the heat of the grill and won't overcook as easily.
- Peel and devein the shrimp: This will help the shrimp cook evenly and make it easier to eat.
- Marinate the shrimp in a flavorful mixture: The marinade will help to infuse the shrimp with flavor and keep them moist during grilling.
- Use a high-quality olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil is best for this recipe, as it has a rich flavor and will help to keep the shrimp from sticking to the grill.
- Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat: This will help to sear the shrimp and give them a nice char.
- Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cook very quickly, so it's important to keep an eye on them and remove them from the grill as soon as they are cooked through.
- Serve the shrimp immediately: Grilled shrimp are best served hot off the grill, so have your sides and condiments ready before you start grilling.
Conclusion:
New Orleans barbecued shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The shrimp are marinated in a flavorful mixture and then grilled until they are cooked through. The result is a juicy, smoky, and slightly spicy dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give these New Orleans barbecued shrimp a try. You won't be disappointed!
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