New Orleans Style BBQ Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ancho chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp sugar
- ¾ tsp salt
- 2 pounds extra large or jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined, thawed if frozen
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 slices of bacon chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- 3 scallions white and green parts, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Mix the paprika, ancho chili powder, cumin, sugar and salt together in a large bowl.
- Add the shrimp to the spices and toss to coat evenly. Set aside.
- Warm 12" skillet over medium heat
- Add bacon, cook until desired crispiness
- Melt the butter
- Add the garlic and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, for one minute. Do not brown.
- Add the shrimp and continue cooking over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the shrimp are almost cooked but still opaque in spots, 3-4 minutes.
- Add the Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice and water and cook until shrimp are done, 1-2 minutes more.
- Scatter scallions over top and serve
Notes
Alterations
• Replace bacon with fragrant sausages, such as andouille or chorizo
• Thinly slice a fresh mild to medium pepper, such as shishito or jalapeno, for added heat and flavor. If including peppers, add to the pan along with the garlic