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Easy BBQ Shrimp

Spicy and zesty, BBQ shrimp packs a ton of bold flavors. This recipe is perfect either for an appetizer or a main course. BBQ shrimp made quickly with simple ingredients. You won't even believe how delicious this recipe is. 

Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine seafood
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 215 kcal
Author betsy

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • juice from one lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Tapatio hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
  • 1/2 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Whisk together brown sugar and next 7 ingredients (through garlic paste) in a medium bowl. Add shrimp and toss to coat well. 

  2. Preheat a large skillet to medium high heat. Add shrimp to pan and cook 2 minutes per side or until shrimp is opaque and cooked through. 

  3. Add apple cider vinegar to pan to deglaze. Use a spatula to scrape any crusty bits from the bottom of the pan. Add butter and stir until melted. 

  4. Serve immediately

Nutrition Facts
Easy BBQ Shrimp
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 215
% Daily Value*
Sodium 6mg0%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 34g68%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.