Cajun Shrimp Spread Recipe

Name: Cajun Shrimp Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb small raw shrimp, peeled and cleaned; ½ tablespoon canola oil; Old Bay Seasoning (to taste); cajun seasoning (to taste) or creole seasoning (to taste); salt and fresh cracked black pepper; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese; 13-½ cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons grated onions; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 dashes hot sauce, to taste; 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning (to taste) or 1 teaspoon creole seasoning (to taste)

Servings: persons

1 lb small raw shrimp, peeled and cleaned
½ tablespoon canola oil
Old Bay Seasoning (to taste)
cajun seasoning (to taste) or creole seasoning (to taste)
salt and fresh cracked black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
13-½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons grated onions
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 dashes hot sauce, to taste
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning (to taste) or 1 teaspoon creole seasoning (to taste)

1
Dry shrimp off well with paper towels.
2
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium high heat.
3
Add the shrimp and sprinkle with Old Bay, Cajun seasoning, and salt and pepper.
4
Cook the shrimp, stirring occasionally, until they turn pink and are no longer transparent.
5
Remove and set aside to cool.
6
When cooled set aside a few shrimp for garnish.
7
Place the shrimp into a food processor and process until finely chopped.
8
Cut cream cheese into chunks and add to the shrimp.
9
Spoon 1/3 cup of mayonnaise, grated onion, lemon juice, hot sauce, and Cajun seasoning, process until smooth.
10
Add additional mayonnaise as needed to thin further.
11
Taste and adjust seasonings.
12
Refrigerate overnight if possible, or at least one hour.
13
Spoon into a serving bowl and garnish with the whole shrimp and a sprinkle of Cajun seasoning.

2428

kcal

Calories

254

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb small raw shrimp, peeled and cleaned, ½ tablespoon canola oil, Old Bay Seasoning (to taste), cajun seasoning (to taste) or creole seasoning (to taste), and more.

Yes, Cajun Shrimp Spread 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.

Cajun Shrimp Spread

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