Description
Spicy Voodoo Shrimp is a tantalizing dish that captures the essence of Cajun cuisine, offering a perfect blend of bold spices and succulent shrimp. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this quick and easy recipe promises to impress your family and friends with its vibrant flavors and satisfying heat. In just under an hour, you can whip up this delightful seafood meal that’s versatile enough to serve over rice, grits, or with crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken or seafood stock
- Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until tender.
- Stir in tomato paste, stock, and seasonings; bring to a simmer.
- Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink (about 3–5 minutes).
- Serve garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges alongside rice or grits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 205mg