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CAJUN-STYLE SHRIMP




Source of Recipe


Worldwide Recipes, Submitted to this forum by ldyolake


List of Ingredients




6 Tablespoons (90 ml) butter
4 - 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 Tablespoons (30 ml) lemon juice
1 Tablespoons (15 ml) chopped fresh thyme, or 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried
1 Tablespoon (15 ml) paprika
1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) cayenne pepper, or to taste
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 1/2 - 2 lbs (675 - 900 g) large shrimp in their shells


Recipe



Melt the butter in a small saucepan over moderate heat and saute thegarlic until it is tender, about 3 minutes.

Remove the pot from the heat and add the lemon juice, thyme, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.

Using a sharp knife, split the backs of the shrimp and devein them, leaving the shell intact.

Combine the shrimp with the marinade and toss to thoroughly coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Remove the shrimp and discard the marinade. Grill directly over hot coals until opaque and firm to the touch, about 2 minutes per side.

Serves 4 to 6.