Cajun Shrimp Flambe Recipes

CAJUN SHRIMP

Steps:

• Combine paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a sealable plastic bag; shake to mix. Add shrimp and shake to coat.
• Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Cook and stir shrimp in hot oil until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 4 minutes.

BOURBON SHRIMP FLAMBé RECIPE

Steps:

• Melt 2 ounces butter in a long-handled frying pan over medium heat. Add 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp and sauté for 1 minute.
• Remove from burner and carefully add 1/4 cup bourbon to the pan. Ignite with a long fireplace match and return to heat. Shake until flames burn down and go out. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and keep warm.
• Add 1/4 cup heavy cream and 1 medium diced tomato to the pan. Boil and reduce until thickened, then add 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Return shrimp to the pan and gently reheat only until warmed through. Do not overcook or the shrimp will become tough.
• Sprinkle with 1/4 cup minced chives and toasted pecans, if using. Serve with a side of rice.

EASY 5 MINUTE CAJUN SHRIMP

Steps:

• In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat add the butter and melt. Add in the garlic.
• Add in the shrimp and cajun seasoning and toss in the butter to coat.
• Cook for 3-5 minutes or until shrimp is opaque and cooked throughout.

SHRIMP FLAMBE

Steps:

• In a skillet, melt butter and saute garlic until soft.
• Add shrimp and cook until they turn pink.
• Remove from heat, add brandy and flame.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Over low heat, stir in cream to blend until heated through.
• Serve immediately over toast.

CAJUN SHRIMP FLAMBE

Steps:

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
• Add shrimp.
• Cook 1 minute on each side, then add garlic and onion, stirring continuously for 1 minute.
• Add tequila and cilatro and flambe until flame subsides.
• Add cream and turn heat down to medium-low.
• Add cajun seasoning.
• Stir, then take shrimp out and set aside while sauce thickens.
• Check sauce for flavor, and add salt and pepper to taste.
• Place shrimp in a baking dish.
• Cover with sauce then top with cheese.
• Place in 350 degree oven until cheese is bubbly.
• Approx 5 minutes.
• Garnish with whole cilantro leave if desired and serve immediately.

CAJUN FRIED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Peel shrimp leaving tail and one section of shell on shrimp. de-vein shrimp by slicing them halfway through the back and remove vein. Rinse shrimp after de-veining. Open to form butterfly. Beat eggs and milk together. Add buttermilk. Mix well. combine yellow cornmeal and flour. Coat shrimp with Cajun spice. Dip shrimp in egg and milk mixture. Bread shrimp with cornmeal and flour mixture. Heat canola oil in medium frying pan. When oil reaches 350 degrees, fry shrimp for about 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown.

CAJUN-SPICED GRILLED SHRIMP WITH REMOULADE

Steps:

• For the shrimp: Add the lemon juice, olive oil, Cajun spice and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a medium bowl and whisk to combine. Add the shrimp and toss to coat them in the spice mixture. Allow the shrimp to marinate while you make the remoulade. Do not marinate shrimp longer than 20 minutes.
• For the remoulade: Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, Cajun spice, ketchup, mustard, parsley, lemon zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a bowl and whisk to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the shrimp in an even layer. Allow the shrimp to cook for 2 minutes, then flip them and cook until they are just opaque and the tails are pink, about another minute. Remove the shrimp to a serving platter, garnish with parsley and lemon wedges and serve with remoulade.

CAJUN SHRIMP STIR-FRY

Steps:

• In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry the zucchini, yellow squash and onion in oil for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add shrimp and seasonings; stir-fry 3 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Serve with rice.

CAJUN SHRIMP FETTUCCINE ALFREDO

Steps:

• Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook fettuccine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 8 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water and drain the remaining water.
• Combine flour and Cajun seasoning in a small bowl. Pat shrimp dry and add to the bowl, tossing to coat.
• Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place shrimp into the skillet once the butter bubbles and cook for 2 minutes per side. Transfer shrimp to a clean bowl. Add garlic to the same skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour chicken broth into the skillet and scrape up any brown bits.
• Whisk in remaining flour-Cajun seasoning slowly until well incorporated. Season with white pepper and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to medium-low and slowly whisk in cream; cook for 2 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese slowly, whisking constantly. Cook until sauce has thickened, 2 minutes more. Return shrimp to the skillet and add pasta; toss to combine.
• Mix in a little of the cooking water if the sauce is too thick, 1 tablespoon at a time. Taste and season with salt, if necessary. Serve sprinkled with parsley.

CAJUN SHRIMP BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a small bowl, combine the Cajun spice mix ingredients and stir to combine.
• In a baking dish, combine potatoes, corn, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of oil, and ½ tablespoon of the cajun spice mix.
• Mix until the vegetables are coated evenly with the spice mix. Place butter on top.
• Bake for 25 minutes.
• In a medium bowl, combine the sausage, shrimp, garlic, oil, and ½ tablespoon of the spice mix. Save the remaining spice mix for future recipes.
• Mix well.
• Add the sausage and shrimp into the same baking dish as the corn and potatoes.
• Bake for another 15 minutes.
• Top with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges and beer!
• Enjoy!