Cajun Shrimp And Andouille In Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Cajun Shrimp And Andouille In Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 lb andouille sausages or 1 lb smoked sausage, cubed; 8 -10 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup yellow onions or 1/2 cup white onion, diced; 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced; 1/2 cup celery, diced; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 4 medium tomatoes, diced; 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup beer (any kind will work); 1/2 cup water; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 -2 tablespoon butter

Servings: persons

2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb andouille sausages or 1 lb smoked sausage, cubed
8 -10 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup yellow onions or 1/2 cup white onion, diced
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
1 teaspoon dried basil
4 medium tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup beer (any kind will work)
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 -2 tablespoon butter

1
Heat large skillet to med-high heat.
2
Add butter, melt.
3
Add onion, green pepper, celery, garlic and basil.
4
Saute until onions are transparent but not browned.
5
Add sausage and saute until browned.
6
Add tomatoes and cook 5 minutes or until soft.
7
Add beer and water and boil until reduced by 1/3 to 1/2.
8
Add heavy cream, salt and Cajun seasonings.
9
Stir in shrimp and cook until pink; about 3-5 minutes.
10
Allow sauce to thicken.
11
If sauce is too thin you can add about a tsp.
12
flour or cornstarch dissolved in 1/4 cup water to the sauce.
13
Make sure to stir frequently while sauce is thickening to prevent lumping.
14
This can be served over your favorite rice or pasta.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 lb andouille sausages or 1 lb smoked sausage, cubed, 8 -10 cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 cup yellow onions or 1/2 cup white onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Cajun Shrimp And Andouille In Cream Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Shrimp And Andouille In Cream Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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