Garlic smoked Shrimp

This Smoked Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe brings a wonderful combination of smokiness and garlic-infused butter to elevate the flavor of succulent grilled shrimp. It's perfect for a barbecue or outdoor gathering. Adjust the cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

1. Instructions:
3. Preheat the Grill or Smoker: Preheat your grill or smoker to medium-high heat, aiming for a temperature around 350°F (175°C).
5. Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
7. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
9. Coat the Shrimp: Pour half of the garlic butter sauce over the shrimp, ensuring they are well-coated. Reserve the remaining sauce for basting and serving.
11. Skewer the Shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp.
13. Smoke the Shrimp: Place the shrimp skewers on the preheated grill or smoker. Cook for approximately 3-4 minutes per side or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Baste the shrimp with the reserved garlic butter sauce during grilling.
15. Garnish and Serve: Once the shrimp are done, remove them from the grill, and place them on a serving platter. Drizzle with any remaining garlic butter sauce and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
17. Enjoy: Delight in the smoky, garlicky goodness of the shrimp with the rich flavors of the butter sauce!