Fish and Seafood

Blackened BBQ Grilled Shrimp

This dish calls on the Cajun tradition of "blackening," which involves buttering and seasoning fish (or shrimp, in this case) before sizzling it in a hot cast-iron pan. For this dish, however, feel free to use a cast-iron stovetop grill or thread the shrimp onto skewers to cook on a gas or charcoal grill. Any way you decide to make it, this dish will become a favorite.

Blackened Spices

  • 2 Tablespoon smoked or regular paprika
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

BBQ Shrimp

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ¼ cup Challenge Dairy Butter, melted
  • bamboo skewers soaked in water, optional

Blackened Spices

  • 1
    Combine the blackening spices together in a small bowl until mixed well.

BBQ Shrimp

  • 1
    Brush the shrimp generously with melted butter.
  • 2
    Generously coat each with blackening seasoning.
  • 3
    If using a cast iron skillet, pre-heat to medium-high and cook shrimp for 1-2
    minutes per side.
  • 4
    If using a BBQ grill, thread shrimp onto skewers and grill over medium-high heat, 1-2 minutes per side. The shrimp should be pink and opaque. Serve hot.