Shrimp With Sun Dried Tomato Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Dive into a fiery flavor explosion with this spicy shrimp dish! Sun-dried tomatoes, zesty lemon, and a hint of smoky chili create a barbecue sauce that's irresistible. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of this deliciousness. Perfect paired with a crisp Italian Frascati or your favorite beer. This quick and easy recipe uses pre-cooked shrimp for ultimate convenience, skipping the oven entirely!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 543 kcal
Protein 95g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Shrimp With Sun Dried Tomato Barbecue Sauce

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Shrimp With Sun Dried Tomato Barbecue Sauce

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How to Make Shrimp With Sun Dried Tomato Barbecue Sauce

  1. Combine 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon salt in a blender.
  2. Blend until a coarse puree forms.
  3. In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over low heat.
  4. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1-2 jalapeños, finely minced (adjust to your spice preference), and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger. Cook, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 30 seconds more.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons butter until melted.
  7. Add the sun-dried tomato puree and stir to combine.
  8. Add 1 pound pre-cooked shrimp and stir gently to coat in the sauce.
  9. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the shrimp to heat through and the flavors to meld. (If using raw shrimp, adjust cooking time accordingly, ensuring they are cooked through).
  10. Serve immediately with crusty bread. Enjoy with a chilled Frascati or your preferred beer!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

56 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

81g

Carbs

3g