Description
Juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, sweet corn, and tender potatoes, grilled to perfection—drizzled with a bold Cajun butter sauce for an explosion of flavor!
Ingredients
For the Skewers:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 ears of corn, cut into small rounds
- 1 pound baby potatoes, boiled until fork-tender
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
For the Cajun Butter Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon honey (for balance)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Skewers – In a bowl, toss shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
2️⃣ Assemble – Thread the shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes onto the skewers.
3️⃣ Grill – Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for about 5 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
4️⃣ Make the Sauce – In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, and honey.
5️⃣ Drizzle & Serve – Generously drizzle the Cajun butter sauce over the skewers and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately!
Notes
- Use andouille sausage for an extra smoky, spicy kick!
- Swap shrimp for scallops or chicken for a land-based twist.
- If using metal skewers, no soaking is needed.
- Pairs perfectly with grilled bread, rice, or coleslaw.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, BBQ
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cajun, American
