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N'Awlins Barbecue Shrimp

Recipe from Weber's Big Book of Grilling™ by Jamie Purviance and Sandra S. McRae

Fuel Type:
  • People

    Serves 4

  • Grilling Time

    2 to 4 min.

  • Prep Time

    20 min.

Ingredients
Instructions

the Ingredients

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Marinade

  • 90 grams (¾ stick) unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
 
  • 680 grams large shrimp (21/30 count), in their shells (tails left on), deveined

Instructions

  • In a small skillet pan over medium heat on the stove, melt the butter. Add the garlic and cook until soft, 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and add the remaining marinade ingredients. Stir and allow to cool to room temperature.
  • Place the shrimp in a large, resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade. Press out the air and seal the bag tightly. Turn the bag to distribute the marinade, place in a bowl, and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Prepare the grill for direct cooking over high heat (230° to 290°C).
    Prepare the grill for cooking over high heat (260°C).
  • Remove the shrimp from the bag and grill over direct high heat, with the lid closed, until just opaque in the center and firm to the touch, 2 to 4 minutes, turning once. Remove from the grill and serve warm or at room temperature.
    Remove the shrimp from the bag and grill over high heat, with the lid closed, until just opaque in the center and firm to the touch, 2 to 4 minutes, turning once. Remove from the grill and serve warm or at room temperature.

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