Barbecue Shrimp

This Barbecue Shrimp recipe delivers a healthy twist on a classic American dish, featuring succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty homemade barbecue sauce. Perfect for a quick and delightful dinner, it's packed with flavor and nutrition.

Barbecue Shrimp
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
290 kcal

Ingredients

  • Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 400 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
  • Paprika - 1 tablespoon
  • Cayenne pepper - 1 teaspoon
  • Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
  • Apple cider vinegar - 1 tablespoon
  • Worcestershire sauce - 1 tablespoon
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add the shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
  4. Once hot, add the marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
  5. Remove from the grill and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 290
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Carbs: 14 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 220 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, which supports muscle health and weight management.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.

Tags

AmericanHealthyBBQ