Description
This Cajun Grilled Shrimp with Alabama White Sauce recipe is a bold and flavorful dish combining smoky, spiced shrimp with a creamy, tangy white sauce. Perfect for grilling enthusiasts, it’s an easy and versatile recipe that works for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
For the Alabama White Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp:
In a medium bowl, mix shrimp with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. - Grill the Shrimp:
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and slightly charred. - Make the Alabama White Sauce:
Combine mayonnaise, buttermilk, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix until smooth. - Serve:
Arrange shrimp on a plate, drizzle with sauce, or serve sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning to your desired spice level.
- Alabama white sauce can be prepared up to 2 days in advance.
- For an indoor-friendly option, bake shrimp in the oven or sauté in a skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southern, American
