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BBQ Shrimp

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Despite its name, New Orleans-style BBQ Shrimp is not actually cooked on a barbecue grill. The dish features large, shell-on shrimp baked or sautéed in a rich, peppery sauce made from butter, garlic, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. It was invented in the 1950s at Pascal's Manale Restaurant in New Orleans, Louisiana. Intended to be eaten with the hands, it is traditionally served with generous slices of French bread to soak up the highly seasoned butter sauce.

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What is New Orleans style BBQ Shrimp?

Despite the name, New Orleans BBQ shrimp is not cooked on a grill or coated in traditional red barbecue sauce. It is a classic Louisiana dish where shell-on shrimp are baked or sautéed in a rich, highly spiced sauce of butter, garlic, Worcestershire, and black pepper.

Do I need to peel the shrimp before eating New Orleans BBQ Shrimp?

Traditionally, the shrimp are cooked and served shell-on so that the buttery sauce penetrates the meat completely. Diners are expected to peel them at the table, often using pieces of crusty French bread to sop up the leftover sauce.

Where did the original BBQ Shrimp dish originate?

The dish was invented in the 1950s at Pascal's Manale, a historic Creole Italian restaurant in New Orleans. It was reportedly created when a local customer described a similar shrimp dish they had enjoyed in Chicago.

What is the best way to grill BBQ shrimp if I don't want the New Orleans style?

If you prefer traditional outdoor barbecue, threading large, peeled shrimp onto skewers over direct heat is the most effective method. They cook very quickly, usually needing only about 2 to 3 minutes per side on a hot grill.

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