Barbecue Shrimp recipe


Seasoning mix:


  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • 2 dozen shrimp with their shells (about 1 pound)
  • ¼ pound (1 stick) plus 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1½ teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ cup shrimp stock (or chicken broth)
  • ¼ cup beer at room temperature


Directions

  • Rinse and clean the shrimp.
  • In a small bowl, combine the seasoning mix ingredients.
  • In a large skillet, melt 1 stick of butter with the seasoning mix, garlic and Worcestershire sauce.
  • When the butter is melted, add the shrimp and cooking, shaking the pan or gently stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the 5 tablespoons butter and the stock and cook, shaking and/or stirring for 2 more minutes. Add the beer and shake and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Serve in shallow soup bowls with plenty of French bread.