Description
Indulge in the savory delight of perfectly smoked shrimp with this easy-to-follow recipe. These succulent shrimp are seasoned to perfection and infused with a hint of smokiness, making them a versatile dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the Smoker: Preheat your smoker to 225°F.
- Season the Shrimp: In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Smoke the Shrimp: Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on a wire rack or grill basket. Place the shrimp in the smoker and cook for 30–40 minutes until pink, firm, and lightly smoked.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from the smoker, drizzle with lemon juice, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use wood chips like hickory, apple, or cherry for a mild, smoky flavor.
- This recipe is versatile and can be used in tacos, salads, or as an appetizer with cocktail sauce or aioli.
- If using pre-cooked shrimp, reduce smoking time to 15–20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pound
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
