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Cajun BBQ Shrimp (Whole30 + Paleo + Keto)

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Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • 2 lb jumbo shrimp uncooked; peeled with tail on
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp paprika I prefer smoked
  • 1/4 tsp seafood seasoning I prefer New Bae from Primal Palate, you can also use Old Bay
  • 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp parsley finely chopped for garnish
  • 1 lemon sliced into wedges for garnish

Instructions

  • If you are going to use wooden skewers, be sure to soak in water for at least one hour
  • Start the grill, allowing it to heat thoroughly
  • In a large bowl, whisk together onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, basil, thyme, black pepper, sea salt, cayenne, paprika, sea food seasoning and olive oil
  • Add the shrimp to the bowl, cover with plastic kitchen wrap and allow to marinate for 1 hour
  • If you are using skewers, thread the shrimp; if you are using the shrimp cast iron, allow it to heat on the grill for at least 5 minutes
  • Cook the skewered shrimp for 5-6 minutes, flipping once halfway through or until pink and opaque; Cook the cast iron shrimp for 5 minutes or until pink and opaque
  • Remove the shrimp, garnish with parsley and heavy squeeze of lemon