Ready for an easy appetizer for this Summer? Try these Garlic & Herb Smoked Shrimp. Easy to make, loaded with flavor, and smoked to perfection on your pellet smoker or grill. I made theses smoked shrimp on the Traeger pellet smoker but of course you can bake them, too.
We cook a lot of steaks during the warmer months and I absolutely love having steak and shrimp. We made these Garlic & Herb Smoked Shrimp for Mother’s Day and again a few weeks later with some Ribeye steaks. This smoked shrimp recipe turned out great so I figured I would share them with you.
We do not cook that much seafood here- although we love it. I make a delicious seafood lasagna, we love to deep fry pan fish, and make some other shrimp appetizers like my Cajun Shrimp Dip. Cooking seafood outside on the smoker is the way to go (especially if you have any picky eaters or people who can’t stand the smell of seafood).
What I love about this recipe for smoked shrimp
- Easy to make
- Just a few ingredients
- Great as an appetizer, side, or main dish
- Great for entertaining
- Healthy (ish)
- Super flavorful
What you need for this Garlic & Herb Smoked Shrimp
- Raw Shrimp
- Olive Oil
- Butter
- Seasoning (I used Traeger Fin & Feather)
- Garlic
- White Wine
- Cast Iron Pan (or aluminum)
How to make these Smoked Shrimp on the Traeger
This smoked shrimp recipe is so easy you will make it over and over again.
First defrost the raw shrimp by running under cool water. Then add the shrimp to the pan and drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle the seasonings over the shrimp, add in the fresh chopped garlic, melted butter, and the white wine.
I used Traeger’s Fin and Feather Seasoning which is a BBQ rub with garlic and paprika. So feel free to play around with the seasonings and rubs in your cupboard.
How long to smoke shrimp for on the pellet smoker
You can make these ahead of time and cover and place in the refrigerator until you are ready to eat. Then pre-heat the smoker to 225 degrees F. Place the pan in the smoker and let them roll for about 45-50 minutes.
Then serve hot and enjoy!
Additions & Substitutions:
- You can use different seasonings of choice- All purpose BBQ Rub, Blackening Seasoning, Lemon & Herb, or create your own.
- Squeeze a little fresh lemon juice in there.
What to serve with these Garlic and Herb Smoked Shrimp
Want to make it a full meal? Go ahead and whip up some Smoked Shells N Cheese, your favorite steaks, on top of some chicken, or even over some greens for a flavorful salad! Need a smoked dessert? Check out my S’mores Chocolate Cheesecake!
Another great side dish idea! Check out Corn on the Cob done on the Traeger from OrWhateverYouDo.com!
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Garlic and Herb Smoked Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 16 oz. package of Raw Shrimp (about 25) (we used EZ Peel shell-on, with tails)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Fin & Feather BBQ Rub
- 1 large clove of garlic diced
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1/2 cup white wine (not sweet)
Instructions
- Pre-heat the smoker to 225 degrees F.
- Defrost the shrimp if frozen by running under cold water.
- Place the shrimp in a cast iron pan.
- Add the rest of the ingredients over the shrimp.
- Place in preheated smoker and smoke for about 45 minutes until the shrimp turn pink.
- Serve hot as is or on top of your steaks or main meals.
June 5, 2023 at 10:44 amCan’t wait to have this again it was so flavorful!
June 6, 2023 at 7:58 amIt is one of my favorite ways to enjoy shrimp. So glad you liked it, too!