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Spiced, grilled shrimp with Alabama white sauce is a delicious recipe inspired by the flavors of America’s Southern cuisine. Whether you serve it at a barbecue, summer party, or as grilled shrimp bowls over rice or salad, this dish is sure to impress. Add some sweet corn, green onions, and avocado, and drizzle that tasty sauce on top for an extra kick.
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Grilled Shrimp With White BBQ Sauce
Grilled shrimp or prawns are a versatile and healthy protein option that can be enjoyed in various ways. In this recipe, we use frozen shrimp, which is budget-friendly and convenient. You can use pre-cooked or raw frozen shrimp, or fresh shrimp if you prefer. The choice is yours!
We season the shrimp with a BBQ spice rub inspired by Cajun and Creole flavors. To complement the shrimp, we serve it with Alabama white sauce, adding a unique twist to the dish.
After coating the shrimp in a spice flour mix, you can grill them on a barbecue or pan-fry them until they are golden brown and crispy. Serve the shrimp on a platter with the sauce drizzled over the top, or try serving them in grilled shrimp bowls over salad or rice with additional toppings like sweet corn, tomatoes, and avocado.
What Is Alabama White Sauce?
Alabama white BBQ sauce is a tangy and flavorful sauce made primarily with mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Originally created for smoked chicken, this sauce has evolved over time and is now used with a variety of meats, including grilled shrimp.
The unique taste of Alabama white sauce is tangy, slightly sweet, and packed with umami flavors. It’s a great alternative to traditional red BBQ sauces and pairs well with a variety of dishes.
How To Make Alabama White Sauce
- Step 1. Gather the ingredients: mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, Dijon mustard, horseradish cream, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Step 2. Combine all ingredients and whisk together until smooth. Store the sauce in the fridge if making ahead of time.
How To Make Spiced Grilled Shrimp
- Step 1. If using frozen shrimp, defrost them by placing them in lukewarm water for a few minutes. Once defrosted, pat them dry with a paper towel. If using fresh shrimp, peel the shells but leave the tails on.
- Step 2. Prepare the spice rub by combining flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Add a touch of brown sugar for sweetness.
- Step 3. Coat the shrimp in the spice rub just before cooking. You can either pan-fry the shrimp in a skillet or grill them on a barbecue until crispy and golden brown.
- If pan-frying: Heat oil in a skillet and cook the shrimp for a few minutes on each side until cooked through and crispy.
- If grilling: Grill the shrimp on a barbecue for a couple of minutes on each side until done.
Once cooked, serve the shrimp on a platter with the sauce drizzled over the top. Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions. Alternatively, you can create grilled shrimp bowls by serving the shrimp over rice or salad with additional toppings.
Grilled Shrimp Bowls
Transform this recipe into grilled shrimp bowls for a complete and nutritious meal. Use a base of rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice, or shredded lettuce, and top it with a variety of colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, avocado, and green onions.
Prepare the toppings in advance and assemble the bowls with the grilled spiced shrimp on top. Drizzle the sauce over the bowls for added flavor.
Nutrition Notes
Grilled shrimp is a low-calorie and protein-rich option, making it ideal for those watching their calorie intake. It is also low in carbohydrates and can be made gluten-free, Paleo, or Whole30 friendly depending on the ingredients used.
Nutrition Macros
Grilled shrimp & sauce: Per serving (10-12 shrimp + 2.5 tbsp sauce): 423 calories, 5.4 g carbs, 24 g protein, 8.1 g fat.
Grilled shrimp bowls with rice & sauce: 650 calories, 45.8 g carbs, 29 g protein, 14.3 g fat. Includes shrimp, sauce, rice, corn, avocado, tomatoes, and lettuce.
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Inspired by America’s Southern cuisine, this recipe for Spiced, Grilled Shrimp with Alabama White Sauce is fantastic for any time of the year but especially in summer. Serve at your next barbecue or summer party or turn these into grilled shrimp bowls over rice or salad with some sweet corn, green onions and avocado, plus that delicious sauce drizzled on top. You can grill the shrimp or prawns on the barbecue or pan-fry them on the stove, and both pre-cooked and raw crustaceans can be used.
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