Bbq Shrimp With Fried Polenta Cakes Recipe

Name: Bbq Shrimp With Fried Polenta Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons chili sauce (found in the ketchup aisle); 3 tablespoons Worcesterhire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (I used Stubb's Mesquite); 2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice; 1 teaspoon Cajun (Creole) seasoning; Pinch of cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon Sriracha sauce; 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 1/2 teaspoon dried spicy or Mexican oregano; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; Generous amounts of ground black pepper, to taste; 1/2 pound large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined; Prepared refrigerated polenta; 1 tablespoon butter; Chopped parsley, green onion, and lemon for garnish; Lots of crusty bread for sopping up the sauce!

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili sauce (found in the ketchup aisle)
3 tablespoons Worcesterhire sauce
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (I used Stubb's Mesquite)
2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon Cajun (Creole) seasoning
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried spicy or Mexican oregano
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Generous amounts of ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 pound large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
Prepared refrigerated polenta
1 tablespoon butter
Chopped parsley, green onion, and lemon for garnish
Lots of crusty bread for sopping up the sauce!

1
Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add all the ingredients through to the ground pepper. You may want to add the spicy spices a little at a time until the spice level suits your tastes.
2
Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes until it's reduced just a tad. Add the shrimp to a casserole dish, then pour the sauce over it, stirring around to coat. Spread the shrimp around so they're in a single layer. Cover and place in refrigerator for up to 4 hours or overnight.
3
About a half hour before you are ready to eat, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. When preheated, place shrimp dish uncovered in oven for 15-20 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, slice the polenta into 1/2-inch or so cakes. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to a skillet over medium-high heat, then fry the polenta cakes on each side until slightly browned.
5
Place two polenta cakes in a bowl, then add desired amount of shrimp over the cakes, pouring generous amounts of the BBQ sauce over it. Garnish with additional chopped parsley and green onion. Serve with a crusty bread, for sopping up all the sauce. Try not to fight over who gets to mop up the last of the sauce out of the casserole dish.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tablespoons chili sauce (found in the ketchup aisle), 3 tablespoons Worcesterhire sauce, and more.

Yes, Bbq Shrimp With Fried Polenta Cakes falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Bbq Shrimp With Fried Polenta Cakes

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