Smoked Bourbon-Glazed Shrimp Cocktail Bites

Indulge in these succulent shrimp cocktail bites, marinated in a rich bourbon glaze and smoked to perfection, a classic American appetizer with a twist.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons bourbon whiskey
• 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons spooned Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon spooned hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon measured garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon measured onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon measured salt
• 1/4 teaspoon measured black pepper
• 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter
• 1 cup soaked in water wood chips (apple or cherry)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 4 lemon wedges

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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   Step 1: Preheat a smoker to 225°F (110°C).

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   Step 2: In a small saucepan, combine bourbon, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

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   Step 3: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

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   Step 4: Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened slightly.

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   Step 5: Meanwhile, thread the shrimp onto skewers, leaving a small space between each shrimp.

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   Step 6: Brush the shrimp with the bourbon glaze and season with salt and pepper.

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   Step 7: Place the shrimp in the smoker and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until pink and cooked through.

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   Step 8: Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

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   Step 9: Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper.

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    Step 10: Serve the smoked shrimp cocktail bites with the parsley butter and lemon wedges on the side.

💡 Pro Tips

To ensure the shrimp cook evenly, make sure they're not overcrowded on the skewers. To avoid a charred glaze, smoke the shrimp at a lower temperature. For an added touch, serve the shrimp with a side of cocktail sauce.

📊 Nutrition per Serving