Smoked Garlic Lemon Shrimp

Name: Smoked Garlic Lemon Shrimp Cast Iron Skillet
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail-on; 1 cup unsalted butter, melted; 4 cloves garlic, finely grated; 1 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning; 1 lemon, halved; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

This smoked garlic lemon shrimp is cooked in a rich melted butter sauce with red pepper flakes and Old Bay seasoning in a cast iron skillet. It's a showstopping appetizer or main course that comes together in minutes.

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Total

30 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$16–$26

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail-on
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, finely grated
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
1 lemon, halved
2 tbsp fresh parsley, choppedoptional

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Instructions

1
Arrange the shrimp in a circular pattern around the edge of a cast iron skillet.
2
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, finely grated garlic, red pepper flakes, and Old Bay seasoning. Stir until well incorporated.
3
Pour the butter mixture evenly over the shrimp.
4
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the shrimp. Place the squeezed lemon half, cut-side down, in the center of the skillet.
5
Preheat a smoker to 250°F, setting it up for indirect cooking.
6
Place the skillet in the smoker and cook for about 20 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
7
Remove the skillet from the smoker. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
8
Squeeze the juice from the remaining half of the lemon over the shrimp and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pat shrimp completely dry before cooking to achieve better caramelization and prevent the butter from splattering.
Use a preheated cast iron skillet to get a light sear on the shrimp before adding the butter sauce.
Don't overcrowd the pan; cook shrimp in batches if needed to ensure even cooking and prevent steaming.
Finish with fresh lemon juice and parsley after cooking to brighten the butter sauce and prevent that flavors from becoming one-note.

Substitutions

Unsalted butter → Ghee (adds nutty flavor; use same amount)
Fresh parsley → Fresh dill or chives (lighter herbaceous note)
Red pepper flakes → Cayenne pepper (adjust to 1/2 tsp for milder heat)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled shrimp and butter sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet over low heat to avoid overcooking.