Crispy Shrimp with Cranberry BBQ Dip
Frozen butterfly shrimp paired with a tart-sweet cranberry BBQ dipping sauce. Cranberries are simmered with orange juice, sugar, and Worcestershire sauce, then blended smooth. Topped with fresh chives for a simple appetizer or party starter.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Cook shrimp according to box instructions.
- 2
While shrimp cooks, combine all dip ingredients in a saucepan.
- 3
Heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until cranberries are cooked through.
- 4
Cool the cranberry mixture and blend with a hand mixer until smooth.
- 5
Arrange shrimp on a platter with dipping sauce and top with freshly chopped chives.
Tips
Prepare dip while shrimp cooks to time components together.
Hand mixer creates smooth texture; immersion blender works as alternative.
Cool dip fully before serving to achieve proper consistency.
Good to Know
Refrigerate dip in airtight container up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving. Shrimp best consumed same day.
Prepare dip completely through cooling up to 1 day ahead. Reheat and blend again before serving. Cook shrimp fresh.
Serve dip at room temperature or slightly warm. Arrange shrimp around dip on platter.
Common Mistakes
Do not skip cooling the cranberry mixture before blending to avoid splattering hot liquid.
Do not over-blend; stop when smooth to retain slight texture.
Do not use frozen cranberries without thawing if substituting, as cooking time may extend.