Spicy Cajun Shrimp Recipe

Name: Spicy Cajun Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 doz. large shrimp or 1 lb. medium shrimp, thawed or fresh, peeled and deveined; 1 tsp. ground cayenne pepper; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper; 1/2 tsp. dried thyme, basil and oregano leaves, crushed; 1/3 c. margarine/butter; 1 1/2 tsp. minced garlic; 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 c. beer at room temperature; 2 large tomatoes, coarsely diced; 3 c. cooked rice

Servings: persons

2 doz. large shrimp or 1 lb. medium shrimp, thawed or fresh, peeled and deveined
1 tsp. ground cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1/2 tsp. dried thyme, basil and oregano leaves, crushed
1/3 c. margarine/butter
1 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/4 c. beer at room temperature
2 large tomatoes, coarsely diced
3 c. cooked rice

1
Clean and devein shrimp
2
under cold water.
3
Drain well and set aside.
4
In a small bowl, combine the seasonings.
5
Combine margarine/butter, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings (cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, red pepper, thyme, basil and oregano).
6
Mix in a large skillet over high heat. When the margarine/butter is melted, add the tomatoes, then the shrimp. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring evenly.
7
Add the beer and cover; cook for 1 minute longer.
8
Remove from heat.
9
Serve over rice accompanied with crusty French bread and a fresh garden salad. Serves 3 to 4.

856

kcal

Calories

Fat

146

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 doz. large shrimp or 1 lb. medium shrimp, thawed or fresh, peeled and deveined, 1 tsp. ground cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp. black pepper, 1/2 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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.

Spicy Cajun Shrimp

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