Spicy Voodoo Shrimp
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Enjoy a burst of flavor with Spicy Voodoo Shrimp! Quick and easy, it’s perfect for dinner any night of the week. Try it now!
- Author: Sophie
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 small green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 celery stalk, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Cooked white rice, grits, or crusty bread
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until soft.
- Add tomato paste, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, and stock. Bring to a simmer and let flavors meld.
- Add shrimp to the sauce; cook until they turn pink and opaque (about 3-5 minutes).
- Finish with hot sauce, salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg