Name: Spicy Voodoo Shrimp
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 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 Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 cup chicken or seafood stock; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; Lemon wedges; Cooked white rice, grits, or crusty bread

Description

A quick and flavorful dish that brings the South’s vibrant flavors to your kitchen, perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
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 Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup chicken or seafood stock
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Lemon wedges
Cooked white rice, grits, or crusty bread

Instructions

In a bowl, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, and dried oregano to the skillet. Stir to combine and let cook for a couple of minutes.
Pour in the chicken or seafood stock and bring to a simmer. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes. Season with hot sauce, salt, and black pepper to taste.
Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges over cooked white rice, grits, or with crusty bread.

Notes

Let the shrimp marinate in the spices for 30 minutes for added flavor. Adjust heat levels by modifying cayenne pepper or hot sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 220mg

Keywords: shrimp, spicy shrimp, Southern cuisine, seafood, quick dinner, Cajun