Cajun BBQ Shrimp

Cajun BBQ Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a zesty blend of Cajun spices and a smoky barbecue sauce. This dish is perfect for a healthy meal, bringing the taste of the South to your table.

Cajun BBQ Shrimp
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
250 kcal

Ingredients

  • Large shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 400 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
  • Cajun seasoning - 2 tablespoons
  • Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Honey - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, lemon juice, honey, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
  2. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss well to ensure they are evenly coated in the marinade. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Once hot, add the marinated shrimp to the grill in a single layer. Grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.
  5. Remove the shrimp from the grill and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 200 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle health.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

Tags

AmericanHealthyBBQ