Japanese-Style BBQ Shrimp with Garlic Butter

Introduction

Fire up your Arteflame grill for a smoky, flavorful take on Japanese-style BBQ shrimp. These juicy, grilled shrimp are basted in a rich garlic butter and soy sauce mixture, ensuring a mouthwatering, umami-packed bite every time. Perfect for an outdoor feast, this dish is easy to prepare and delivers an irresistible grilled taste.

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp sake
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp sesame oil
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins.
2. Place the napkins in the grill and stack firewood over them.
3. Light the paper napkins and wait about 20 minutes for the grill to reach optimal temperature.

Step 2: Prepare the garlic butter soy sauce mixture

1. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, soy sauce, mirin, sake, honey, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
2. Stir well and set aside.

Step 3: Grill the shrimp

1. Place the shrimp directly onto the flat griddle cooktop, positioning them near the hotter center zone.
2. Brush the shrimp generously with the garlic butter soy sauce mixture.
3. Grill for about 2 minutes per side until shrimp turn opaque and slightly charred.

Step 4: Serve and garnish

1. Transfer shrimp to a serving plate.
2. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips

• For a deeper flavor, marinate the shrimp in garlic butter soy sauce for 15 minutes before grilling.
• Use large shrimp to prevent overcooking and to retain juiciness.
• Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the grill, allowing even searing.

Variations

1. Spicy Miso Shrimp: Add 1 tbsp of miso paste and an extra teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
2. Teriyaki Glazed Shrimp: Substitute mirin and sake with 3 tbsp teriyaki sauce for a sweeter, caramelized coating.
3. Citrus Soy Shrimp: Add 1 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice for a refreshing citrus twist.
4. Ginger-Infused Shrimp: Add 1 tsp freshly grated ginger for a bold, aromatic boost.
5. Honey Garlic Shrimp: Increase honey to 2 tbsp for a slightly sweeter, caramelized finish.

Best Pairings

• Steamed jasmine rice
• Grilled vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and mushrooms
• Chilled sake or a light Japanese lager
• Pickled ginger and wasabi for an extra kick

Conclusion

Grilling Japanese-style BBQ shrimp on the Arteflame grill ensures an even sear with perfectly juicy results. With simple yet flavorful ingredients, this dish is ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a gourmet outdoor meal.