Spicy Cajun Shrimp And Sausages Recipe

Name: Spicy Cajun Shrimp And Sausages
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tablespoon creole seasoning (or to taste see my comment in description) or 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning (or to taste see my comment in description); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; 12 ounces andouille sausages, cut crosswise into diagonal 3/4-inch pieces (or your favorite smoked sausage); 1 onion, halved, thinly sliced; 1 green pepper, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips (or use a red bell pepper for a prettier dish); 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme; 1 cup chicken broth; 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard (the original recipe suggested 5 tablespoons Creole mustard); 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar

Servings: persons

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon creole seasoning (or to taste see my comment in description) or 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning (or to taste see my comment in description)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
12 ounces andouille sausages, cut crosswise into diagonal 3/4-inch pieces (or your favorite smoked sausage)
1 onion, halved, thinly sliced
1 green pepper, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips (or use a red bell pepper for a prettier dish)
1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
1 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard (the original recipe suggested 5 tablespoons Creole mustard)
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar

1
Toss shrimp with the Cajun seasoning in a medium bowl and set aside.
2
In a skillet over high heat heat 1 tablespoon oil and then add the sausage pieces, cooking until browned turning occasionally (5 minutes).
3
Transfer sausage to a large bowl.
4
Add shrimp to skillet, cooking for 3-5 minutes and then transfer shrimp to bowl with sausage.
5
Add remaining oil (1 tablespoon) to skillet along with the onion, bell pepper and thyme, cook stirring until soft (5 minutes).
6
Stir in broth, mustard and vinegar, stirring until sauce thickens (2 minutes).
7
Return sausage and shrimp to skillet and simmer until heated through (1 minute).
8
Season with salt and pepper if desired.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 tablespoon creole seasoning (or to taste see my comment in description) or 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning (or to taste see my comment in description), 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided, 12 ounces andouille sausages, cut crosswise into diagonal 3/4-inch pieces (or your favorite smoked sausage), and more.

Yes, Spicy Cajun Shrimp And Sausages 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!

Spicy Cajun Shrimp And Sausages

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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