Bayou Shrimp & Scallops Recipe

Name: Bayou Shrimp & Scallops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined, shells reserved; ½ cup butter, divided; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 teaspoon rosemary; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon basil; 1 teaspoon garlic granules; 1 teaspoon paprika; 3 -4 tablespoons soy sauce; 4 bay leaves; ½ cup louisiana hot sauce; 1 lb scallops

Servings: persons

1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined, shells reserved
½ cup butter, divided
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon garlic granules
1 teaspoon paprika
3 -4 tablespoons soy sauce
4 bay leaves
½ cup louisiana hot sauce
1 lb scallops

1
To prepare shrimp stock: In medium sauce pan combine reserved shrimp shells and 2 cups water.
2
Bring to boil.
3
Boil until liquid reduces to 1 1/2 cups.
4
Strain and discard solids.
5
Set stock aside.
6
To prepare sauce: Melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat.
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Whisk in flour until frothy.
8
Stir in shrimp stock, black pepper, cayenne, rosemary, basil, thyme, garlic, onion powder, paprika, bay leaves, soy sauce, & hot sauce.
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Simmer until thickened.
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Set aside.
11
To prepare seafood: In large skillet over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup butter.
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Add shrimp and scallops; cook until shrimp is just pink.
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Stir in sauce.
14
Simmer over medium heat 3 minutes.
15
Remove bay leaves.
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Serve over white rice or with crusty french bread.
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Note: Use ONLY Louisiana hot sauce.
18
Using only 1/2 teaspoons of Cayenne pepper plus hot sauce makes a very hot dish!

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined, shells reserved, ½ cup butter, divided, 2 tablespoons flour, 1 teaspoon rosemary, and more.

Yes, Bayou Shrimp & Scallops falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bayou Shrimp & Scallops

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