Easy Blackstone Shrimp with Lemon Butter Recipe

Lyndsey's Favorite Things About This Blackstone Recipe

• Quick and easy. Make this Blackstone shrimp in just a few minutes on busy weeknights.
• Best texture and so much flavor. The most perfect shrimp comes hot off the Blackstone!
• Simple recipe. Just a few simple ingredients!
• Versatile. Make this Blackstone grill shrimp for a simple stir fry, Blackstone shrimp tacos, shrimp fajitas, a rice bowl, or to top a salad.
• Light summer meal. A healthy summer weeknight meal made easy.
• Great way to up your protein. High-protein recipe with over 30 grams of protein per serving.
• Easy cleanup. Cooking on the Blackstone flat top grill provides minimal cleanup.

Ingredients and Substitutions

Here are the ingredients you need to make this recipe. Reference the recipe card at the bottom for exact measurements and the notes below for substitution ideas.

• Raw shrimp: I recommend Argentine red shrimp (just like in our air fryer shrimp recipe). They are the most budget-friendly, they are large shrimp, and they have a tender texture and flavor.
• Lemon. Fresh lemon juice adds bright flavor and acidity to the shrimp. It balances out the buttery flavor.
• Garlic powder. I recommend garlic powder for its ease of preparation and incorporation into the butter sauce. Fresh garlic cloves may also be used.
• Butter. Butter or avocado oil works best when cooking shrimp on the Blackstone due to the oils' high smoke point. Do not use olive oil or vegetable oils.
• Salt and pepper. Not pictured in the photo above, but use them to season to taste.

Flavor Variations

Try another flavor variation or seasoning when making shrimp on the Blackstone:

• Cajun: Use a Cajun seasoning (like in our mahi mahi recipe).
• Old Bay: Classic seafood seasoning like Old Bay is delicious on shrimp (and our Ritz cracker crab cakes and Old Bay Salmon).
• Asian inspired: Use ginger, soy sauce, and add it to an easy stir fry.
• Southwest: Use taco seasoning and avocado oil with a bit of fresh cilantro.
• Pesto: Stir cooked Blackstone shrimp with some basil pesto.
• Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some spice.

How to Make This Blackstone Shrimp Recipe

Below are step-by-step instructions for how to cook this recipe with the best results. The recipe card at the bottom shows the exact cooking time and temperatures.

Step 1: Prepare the Blackstone

Preheat the cleaned and seasoned griddle over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.

Step 2: Season the Shrimp

Dry the defrosted shrimp with paper towels.

Add the shrimp to a large bowl. Season with garlic powder and drizzle with melted butter. Stir gently to combine.

Once the griddle is heated, melt butter on the griddle.

Step 3: Cook the Shrimp on the Blackstone

Add the shrimp to the hot griddle in a single layer.

Let the shrimp cook on the preheated griddle for no more than 2-3 minutes per side. Monitor it closely to avoid overcooked shrimp.

Step 4: Add Butter and More Seasoning

Turn off the griddle and squeeze the juice of half a lemon over top. Serve.

Tips For Making Blackstone Griddle Shrimp

• Monitor time and heat. Cooking shrimp on the Blackstone takes very little time. Monitor the shrimp closely and avoid overcooking.
• Add more fresh flavor. Garnish with fresh parsley if you have it!
• Use dry shrimp. Dry the shrimp with a paper towel before seasoning.
• Don't crowd the grill. Add the shrimp in a single layer.

Make Ahead

If using frozen shrimp, defrost them before making this recipe. Blackstone shrimp may be made ahead to eat cold up to 3 days in advance.

Refer to how to store leftover shrimp for how to store pre-made shrimp.

Storing Leftover Shrimp

Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

Freezing

I do not recommend freezing pre-cooked shrimp.

Reheating

Reheated shrimp tend to be rubbery. I recommend eating it cold on top of a salad or mixing it into your favorite pasta salad (I like Blackstone shrimp with orzo pesto salad).

What to Serve With Blackstone Shrimp

Serve this flat top Blackstone shrimp as a main dish with a veggie side like:

• On a bed of rice with air fryer asparagus
• Grilled corn
• With roasted air fryer red potatoes and garlic green beans
• Simple steamed broccoli

Add cooked Blackstone shrimp to a pasta salad for a complete meal or an easy meal prep lunch:

• Italian pasta salad
• Bowtie caprese pasta salad
• Greek tortellini salad
• Avocado couscous salad

Use cooked, grilled shrimp as your main protein in meals like:

• Shrimp pizza
• Aglio e olio
• Cajun Alfredo pasta
• Teriyaki rice bowl

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