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The Ultimate Recipe

The Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Indulge in the rich and spicy flavors of Cajun Shrimp Creamy Sauce with this ultimate recipe. Succulent shrimp coated in Cajun spices, cooked to perfection, and smothered in a luscious creamy sauce – a dish that promises to delight your taste buds.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Shrimp:

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Creamy Sauce:

  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Cooked pasta (linguine, fettuccine, or your favorite), for serving
  • Optional: A pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce for added depth of flavor
  • Optional: 1/4 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning.
  2. Cook the Shrimp: Sauté shrimp in olive oil and butter until pink and opaque. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Add flour, then slowly add cream and broth. Simmer until thickened.
  4. Finish the Sauce: Stir in Parmesan, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Combine: Add cooked shrimp to the sauce and heat through.
  6. Serve: Serve over pasta, garnish with parsley, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Avoid overcooking the shrimp to keep them tender.
  • Adjust the Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes to suit your spice preference.
  • For a richer flavor, consider adding the optional wine to the sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sauté, Simmer
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 580 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 24g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 320mg

Keywords: Cajun, Shrimp, Creamy Sauce, Pasta, Dinner