Shrimp Acadian Recipe

A fiery yet flavorful Cajun shrimp dish! This recipe delivers a delicious kick without overwhelming your taste buds. Enjoy succulent shrimp simmered in a rich, spicy sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Serve with crusty French bread to soak up every last drop.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 442.3 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Shrimp Acadian

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How to Make Shrimp Acadian

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over low heat.
  2. Add 1 medium chopped onion, 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon thyme, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, and 1 cup of shrimp stock. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high. Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.
  4. Serve immediately over rice or with crusty French bread for dipping. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

58 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

110g

Carbs

1g