Flamin' Cajun Shrimp Recipe

Name: Flamin' Cajun Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 lemon, zest of; 30 large shrimp, shell-on; 5 tablespoons butter, cut into chunks; 4 cloves of garlic, finely minced; 1 tablespoon shallot, finely minced; 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 cup cognac (or brandy)

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon sweet paprika
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 lemon, zest of
30 large shrimp, shell-on
5 tablespoons butter, cut into chunks
4 cloves of garlic, finely minced
1 tablespoon shallot, finely minced
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup cognac (or brandy)

1
In a bowl, combine the shrimp with the spices and the lemon zest. Toss the shrimp to coat it well.
2
In a large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat until foaming. Stir in the garlic, shallot, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Saute for about 2 to 3 minutes, until the garlic and shallot have softened. Then, add the shrimp and saute until they just turn pink, about 3 minutes.
3
Carefully tilt the pan away from you, pour in the cognac with a ladle and use a long match or one of those lighters with a long handle to light the cognac. Let it blaze itself out-this should only take 15 or so seconds. I once had a friend add way too much cognac to a flambe and the fire just kept going and going...if this happens, please just blow it out!
4
Take the pan off the heat and stir in the remaining butter until melted. Serve with lots of crusty French bread, a big green salad (and heck, why not eat that with your fingers too?!) and some cold beer.

893

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

181

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Flamin' Cajun Shrimp 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.

Flamin' Cajun Shrimp

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