Spicy Voodoo Shrimp Cajun (Print Version)
Shrimp in fiery Cajun sauce with peppers, spices, and fresh herbs. Best enjoyed over rice or bread.
# Ingredients:
→ Shrimp
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1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Sauce
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small onion, finely diced
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1 small green bell pepper, finely diced
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1 celery stalk, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup tomato paste
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 cup chicken or seafood stock
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1 teaspoon hot sauce, to taste
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish and Serving
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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Lemon wedges
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Cooked white rice, grits, or crusty bread
# Steps:
01 -
Combine shrimp with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Set aside to marinate while the sauce is prepared.
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Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until vegetables are tender. Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until aromatic.
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Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle in smoked paprika, cayenne, thyme, and oregano. Mix thoroughly.
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Pour in stock and Worcestershire sauce, deglazing the pan by scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Bring mixture to a simmer; incorporate hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Simmer 5 to 7 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.
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In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear marinated shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning until pink and opaque.
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Transfer the cooked shrimp into the sauce and simmer together for 1 to 2 minutes for flavors to meld.
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Spoon shrimp and sauce over white rice, grits, or crusty bread. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges before serving.
# Notes:
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Adjust the quantity of hot sauce and cayenne to tailor the spice level to personal preference.