For a deeper smoke flavor, consider brining the shrimp for 30 minutes before marinating. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred level of spiciness. Serve with a side of cheesy grits, rice, or a crisp salad for a complete meal. Or, serve as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
Garlic Butter Smoked Shrimp
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 40 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS15
Succulent shrimp, kissed by smoke and bathed in a luscious garlic butter sauce. This incredibly easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable appetizer or light meal, ready in under an hour. The vibrant flavors of Cajun spice, aromatic herbs, and zesty lemon create a symphony of taste that will leave you craving more.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate1 g
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Cholesterol234 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein19 g
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Saturated Fat15 g
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Sodium481 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat25 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepMarinate the Shrimp: Place shrimp in a resealable plastic bag. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and drizzle with olive oil; toss shrimp around in the bag to evenly distribute seasoning. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
02
StepPrepare the Smoker: Preheat a smoker to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Add wood chips according to manufacturer's instructions. Hickory or mesquite wood chips provide a robust smoky flavor, but feel free to experiment with your favorites.
03
StepMake Garlic Butter Sauce: Place butter in a microwave-safe dish and cook on high until completely melted, 20 to 30 seconds. Stir in lemon peel, garlic, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
04
StepAssemble and Smoke: Arrange shrimp in even rows in an 8x10-inch aluminum pan. Place thyme sprigs between each row. Drizzle butter mixture evenly over shrimp.
05
StepSmoke the Shrimp: Place in the preheated smoker and cook shrimp until firm and orange-pink in color, about 30 minutes. Be vigilant to avoid overcooking; shrimp should be tender and juicy, not rubbery. Serve immediately.
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Virginie Hilpert
Jul 1, 2025This recipe is a winner! So easy and the flavor is incredible. I used pecan wood chips and it was fantastic.
Jacquelyn Deckow
Jun 11, 2025Made this for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the flavor. Will definitely make again.
Roslyn Swaniawski
May 25, 2025I was a little worried about overcooking the shrimp, but they came out perfectly. The garlic butter sauce is amazing!