Barbecued Cajun Shrimp Recipe

Name: Barbecued Cajun Shrimp Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Extra virgin olive oil-flavored vegetable cooking spray; 1/4 c. diced onion; 1 tbsp. brown sugar; 1 tbsp. dry mustard; 1/4 teaspoon garlic pwdr; 1 tbsp. white vinegar; 1/2 c. ketchup; Dash of warm sauce; 2 tbsp. fresh rosemary, minced; 24 unpeeled jumbo fresh shrimp; 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Servings: persons

1
Coat a non-stick skillet with cooking spray.
2
Place over medium-high heat till warm.
3
Add in onion; saute/fry till tender; remove from heat.
4
Add in next 7 ingredients, blend well.
5
Let stand 2-3 hrs.
6
Peel and devein shrimp.
7
Place in a shallow dish.
8
Pour marinade over shrimp, coat both sides.
9
Cover and refrigerate1 hour.
10
Soak 4 (8 inch) wood skewers in water 30 min.
11
Thread tail and neck of 6 shrimp on each skewer so shrimp will lie flat.
12
Grill over medium-warm coals 3-4 min on each side or possibly till pink.
13
Squeeze lemon over shrimp.

665

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

145

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Extra virgin olive oil-flavored vegetable cooking spray, 1/4 c. diced onion, 1 tbsp. brown sugar, 1 tbsp. dry mustard, and more.

Yes, Barbecued Cajun Shrimp Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!