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Aunt Barbra S Firecracker Shrimp Recipe

A Texas-sized flavor explosion! This fiery shrimp recipe, adapted from my Aunt Barbara, delivers a delicious kick. Control the heat with your choice of mild or spicy diced tomatoes. We've reduced the butter for a healthier twist – use 1/4 cup butter, olive oil, or a combination! Serve over angel hair pasta for a complete, satisfying meal. Get ready for a taste of Texas!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 385.4 kcal
Protein 73g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Aunt Barbra S Firecracker Shrimp

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Ingredients for Aunt Barbra S Firecracker Shrimp

  • 1/4 cup butter (or olive oil, or a combination)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Medium Sized Shrimp
  • Diced Tomatoes With Green Chilies
  • Cream Of Shrimp Soup
  • Sliced Mushrooms
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Cooked Angel Hair Pasta

How to Make Aunt Barbra S Firecracker Shrimp

  1. Melt 1/4 cup butter (or olive oil, or a combination) in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, 2 stalks celery, and 1/2 cup green onions, all chopped, and 2 cloves minced garlic to the Dutch oven. Sauté until softened and translucent (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined) to the Dutch oven. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, until pink and cooked through.
  4. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (mild or spicy, to your preference), 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve the shrimp mixture over hot angel hair pasta (cooked according to package directions).
  6. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

105 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

48g

Carbs

7g

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