Blackened Shrimp Recipe
Jumbo gulf shrimp blackened and served with pineapple rum butter sauce.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Pineapple Rum Butter Sauce
Method
Preparing the Shrimp
Prepare the Shrimp
Peel and devein the jumbo gulf shrimp, leaving tails on if desired.
Season the Shrimp
In a bowl, toss the shrimp with blackening seasoning until evenly coated.
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Cook the Shrimp
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until blackened and cooked through.
Making the Pineapple Rum Butter Sauce
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Combine Ingredients
Add pineapple juice, rum, honey, and lime juice to the melted butter. Stir well to combine.
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Season the Sauce
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
Serving
Plate the Dish
Place the blackened shrimp on a serving platter or individual plates.
Drizzle the Sauce
Generously drizzle the pineapple rum butter sauce over the shrimp before serving.