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Garlic Butter Smoked Shrimp

Garlic Butter Smoked Shrimp

Cost $15, save $25

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  • 30 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Seafood

    • 🦐 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • Seasoning

    • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
    • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

  • Oil & Butter

    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • 🧈 ½ cup butter

  • Fresh Ingredients

    • 🧄 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 3 thin strips lemon peel
    • 5 sprigs fresh thyme

STEPS

1

Place shrimp in a resealable plastic bag. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and drizzle with olive oil; toss shrimp around in the bag to evenly distribute seasoning. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.

2

Preheat a smoker to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Add wood chips according to manufacturer's instructions.

3

Place butter in a microwave-safe dish and cook on high until completely melted, 20 to 30 seconds. Stir in lemon peel, garlic, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.

4

Arrange shrimp in even rows in an 8x10-inch aluminum pan. Place thyme sprigs between each row. Drizzle butter mixture over shrimp.

5

Place in the preheated smoker and cook shrimp until firm and orange-pink in color, about 30 minutes. Try not to overcook as the shrimp will become rubbery. Serve immediately.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

306

Calories

  • 19
    Protein
  • 1
    Carbs
  • 25
    Fats

💡 Use stronger-flavored wood such as hickory or mesquite for a more robust smoky taste.Serve the shrimp with cheesy grits, rice, atop a salad, or as an appetizer with a remoulade sauce.Avoid overcooking the shrimp as they can become rubbery.