Bbq Shrimp Jeff Smith Frugal Gourmet Recipe

This recipe, inspired by Jeff Smith's Frugal Gourmet, delivers succulent BBQ shrimp with a mouthwatering sauce. Forget the gluey butter versions you find online – this authentic recipe uses the right fat for a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Serve over fluffy rice for a satisfying and easy company-impressing meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 378.7 kcal
Protein 33g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bbq Shrimp Jeff Smith Frugal Gourmet

  • 3 slices bacon
  • Margarine (not found in recipe)
  • Dijon Mustard (not found in recipe)
  • Chili Powder (not found in recipe)
  • Basil (not found in recipe)
  • Thyme (not found in recipe)
  • Ground Black Pepper (not found in recipe)
  • Oregano (not found in recipe)
  • Garlic Cloves (not found in recipe)
  • Crab Boil (not found in recipe)
  • Tabasco Sauce (not found in recipe)
  • 1 pound shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons bacon grease
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup white rice

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How to Make Bbq Shrimp Jeff Smith Frugal Gourmet

  1. Cook 3 slices of bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and chop.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons bacon grease (reserve extra for other uses), 1/4 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/4 cup water to the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Add 1 pound of shrimp to a baking dish. Pour the sauce over the shrimp, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  5. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  6. While shrimp bakes, cook 1 cup of white rice according to package directions.
  7. Serve the BBQ shrimp over a generous mound of rice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

35g

Carbs

0g