New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp – juicy, bright, and spicy fresh shrimps smothered in a deeply savory buttery sauce made with herbs and spices along with Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and tons of butter. Saucy, spicy, and messy. Oh, so finger-licking good, indeed!
Wash the shrimps thoroughly, then gently peel off the skin and devein them.
Season shrimp with Creole seasoning.
Heat about a tablespoon of oil over medium heat in a large skillet.
Add shrimp and sauté for a minute or two; don't overcook them. If that happens, remove shrimp and add after adding butter.
Add the garlic and thyme to the pan, and stir for about a minute until fragrant.
Add Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth, lemon juice, Creole seasoning, and white pepper.
Bring it to a boil, then simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
Toss in butter, salt, and cayenne pepper, and adjust additional seasonings to taste. Garnish with green onions.
Serve with baguette, rice, or vegetables.
Notes
If you can't get your hands on fresh shrimp, you can replace them with frozen shrimp from the supermarket. Although, nothing beats the taste of freshly caught seafood.
You can also toss in smaller, headless shrimps instead.
Keep the heat on medium, so it'll cook the shrimps gently and beautifully and not end up tough and rubbery.
Shrimps are naturally salty; therefore, you should go easy on the salt. If possible, go for salt-free Creole Seasoning and Worcestershire sauce with less sodium.
Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.