BARBECUED SHRIMP - CAJUN STYLE

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Spicy shrimp that get their fiery heat from a Cajun marinade. After reading the book "Exit To Eden", I came across this recipe for barbecued shrimp, "which was nothing short of fantastic", that sounded like the dish described in the story.

Provided by Alan in SW Florida

Categories     Cajun

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crumbled
2 lbs large shrimp, rinsed and patted dry (shells on)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce
2 large garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1 loaf French bread, sliced (8 ounces)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix seasonings. Add shrimp; toss. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • In a large skillet, over high heat, melt half the butter. Add the shrimp mixture, Worcestershire sauce, pepper sauce, and garlic; saute 2 minutes. Add the remaining butter, the chicken broth and wine; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are just cooked.
  • With a slotted spoon, remove shrimp to a deep platter. To seasoned butter mixture in skillet, add scallions; over high heat, boil, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes or until liquid is reduced and slightly thickened. Pour over shrimp. Serve with sliced French bread to dip into sauce.

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