Shrimp On The Barbie (Outback Copycat Recipe)

Are you a shrimp fan?!? One of my favorite things to order at Outback Restaurant is shrimp on the barbie.  And I have a copycat recipe that is spot on! This easy barbecue shrimp will become your new favorite grilling recipe.  Let me show you just how to do it.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Budget-friendly. Save a bit of money when you enjoy this tasty restaurant dish at home.
• Family-favorite dinner. Grilled shrimp make a healthy, tasty dinner the whole family will love.
• Cooks up quickly and easily!

What is Shrimp On The Barbie?

It's a popular signature appetizer served at the chain restaurant Outback.  Fresh tail-on shrimp are basted with a seasoned butter and grilled to perfection.

The exact meaning of this phrase refers to cooking shrimp on the barbecue. We are bringing that delicious dish to your home with this copycat recipe. You're also going to love our Outback copycat broccoli with cheese sauce recipe!

Explore more copycat recipes with our Noodles & Company Penne Rosa or our Cafe Rio Copycat Queso Dip. You won't be disappointed.

Ingredients

This dish has two parts - the shrimp, and the remoulade sauce. We will talk about both but let's start with the shrimp first.  You'll need the following:

• Shrimp: Shrimp shrink a lot when cooked so we recommend using jumbo shrimp.
• Butter: Essential for adding fat to the shrimp so they don't dry out when cooked but also adds rich flavor.
• Spices: We will be using a blend of old bay seasoning. garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne pepper.
• Light brown sugar: Makes a nice balance for the butter and spices on the shrimp.
• Fresh garlic: Adding a bit of fresh garlic makes them even tastier.

What's the best shrimp for grilling?

When it comes to purchasing shrimp, always choose fresh if available.  The next best will be frozen.  For this recipe you will need jumbo shrimp. There are about 16 shrimp per pound with this size.  I prefer them to be:

1. deveined
2. shelled
3. with the tail on

PRO TIP: Always use raw shrimp for this recipe. Using previously cooked shrimp will result in super tough shrimp after cooking on the grill.

Remoulade Sauce

Are you wondering, what is a remoulade sauce? It's a French condiment made from mayonnaise that's often served with seafood. Remoulade sauce is often seasoned with herbs and relish or capers and is a tiny bit similar to tartar sauce

For this Outback remoulade sauce you'll need:

• Mayonnaise: The base for this creamy remoulade sauce recipe.
• Brown mustard: Adds a bit of vinegar, peppery flavor.
• Relish: Gives it a bit of sweetness and texture.
• White vinegar: For even more tanginess.
• Spices: You will need paprika, onion salt, cajun seasoning, and black pepper.

TOP TIP: You can alter the remoulade sauce to your liking.  Here I've included cajun seasoning that pairs nicely with the seasonings on the shrimp, but feel free to switch up the herbs and spices to suit your personal taste.

How to Make Shrimp on the Barbie

The secret is the seasoned butter glaze you baste onto the shrimp before grilling.  It has tons of flavor!  Even the most green of chefs can create this glaze in a saucepan by melting together. Let me show you how!

1. Melt your butter in a small saucepan.

2. Add your seasonings to the butter - old bay, brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, cayenne and minced garlic cloves.

3. Whisk and simmer for 1-2 minutes.

4. Thread your shrimp onto metal or wooden skewers.

5. Brush both sides of the shrimp with the butter seasoning.

6. Place on a grill over medium heat. Cook each side about 2-4 minutes, until shrimp is pink and opaque.

TOP TIP: Do not overcook your shrimp.  Overcooked shrimp is touch and yucky.  So as soon as your shrimp pinks up, it is done!

7. Combine the mayonnaise, mustard, relish and vinegar, paprika, onion salt, cajun seasoning, and black pepper in a small bowl.

8. Mix up until until well combined.

9. Serve your shrimp hot, with a side of remoulade sauce.  I promise it will be devoured! And after you've gobbled it up - come back and let me know what you think!  I love getting comments.

I love shrimp meals because they are SO DANG EASY!  Not to mention fast!!! If you do too, try this creamy shrimp risotto or these shrimp boil foil packs!

How to Store

Ok it's doubtful you will have leftovers but if you do, this dish will last 2-3 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

I do not recommend freezing leftovers especially if you are using previously frozen shrimp. Reheating may be a bit tricky as the shrimp may get tough when reheated.

I often will add it to a salad or chop it up and repurpose it into some shrimp quesadillas or shrimp salad!

What to Serve With Grilled Shrimp

This healthy shrimp meal goes great with a variety of side dishes.

We recommend serving this with some steamed rice, cucumber salad, quinoa salad, or grilled potatoes.

You might also enjoy it with a different sauce. Try it with some creamy chipotle sauce or creamy jalapeno sauce. You can also skip the creamy sauce and go with some hot chili sauce or cocktail sauce.

Expert Tips

• Don't overcook barbecued shrimp! They cook quickly so don't leave them unattended.
• Use skewers for the shrimp. This keeps them from falling through the grate and makes them easier to turn more easily in order to avoid overcooking.
• Remember fresh shrimp is best! Choose jumbo sized shrimp with the tails on!
• Do not use cooked shrimp to make shrimp on the barbie! It simply won't work.

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