Grilled Shrimp And Sausage Recipes

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Paula Dean would be so proud of us! LOL This is my husband’s favorite grilled dinner; lots of butter and deliciousness. This morning I warmed up the leftovers in the microwave and added a fried egg for breakfast.

We added potatoes to this summer grilling recipe, and they were delicious. Pasta or rice would be lovely too. This is going to be on your menu all summer. It’s really tasty and filling, plus cooking it on the grill means you don’t have to heat up the kitchen on a hot day. — The Test Kitchen

Place shrimp in bowl. Add sausage, olive oil and Barbecue Seasoning, toss to combine. Tuck the sausage slices in the “C” curve of the shrimp and then thread them onto skewers. Grill over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, flip and grill until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.

Grilled Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Recipe – How To BBQ Shrimp Skewers on a Kettle Grill

Grilled Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skewers (Paleo, Whole30, Keto) 🔗

These spicy and delicious grilled cajun shrimp and sausage skewers are so addicting and flavorful! They are easy and take less than 15 minutes to make, and they happen to be paleo, Whole30, and keto.

Prep: 8min

Serving Size: 1 serving – makes 6

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 serving – makes 6, calories 352 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 22 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 333 mg, Sodium 1583 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 lb jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined, with tail on)
  • 12 oz package of andouille sausage
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil (or olive oil)
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp thyme
  • Chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instruction:

  1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium high heat, oil the grates to prevent from sticking.
  3. Pat dry the shrimp. Count the number of shrimp you have, and slice the sausage into equal number of pieces.
  4. Add shrimp and sausage in to a large bowl and toss with avocado oil.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk all the spices, except parsley.
  6. Sprinkle the meats with the cajun spice blend and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Thread shrimp and sausage on to skewers, tucking the sausage slices in the inner curve of the shrimp.
  8. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
  9. Sprinkle with parsley flakes before serving.

FAQ

What is the best way to prepare shrimp to grill?

Place the skewers of shrimp on the hot side of the grill, brush with olive oil, season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until the shrimp are just beginning to turn pink and opaque in the center.

How long should shrimp be grilled?

The shrimp should be grilled over direct, medium heat for 5-7 minutes, turning the shrimp halfway through the process. When the shrimp is cooked, the outside should turn a nice pink color while the meat inside should be white and opaque.

How do you keep shrimp moist on the grill?

The secret to succulent grilled shrimp is full-fat yogurt; its acidity gently tenderizes the shrimp before grilling and serves as an effective vehicle for seasoning it with fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon juice; while the fat from the yogurt prevents the shrimp from drying out on the grill.

How does Bobby Flay grill shrimp?

The secret to succulent grilled shrimp is full-fat yogurt; its acidity gently tenderizes the shrimp before grilling and serves as an effective vehicle for seasoning it with fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon juice; while the fat from the yogurt prevents the shrimp from drying out on the grill.

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