CAJUN SHRIMP FLAMBE

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This is a great appetizer or side dish to go with any seafood/cajun feast. You can adjust the spice by decreasing the amount of cajun seasoning or you can substitute chili powder.

Provided by Melissa_8201

Categories Cajun

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined (25-30 count)
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup red onion, diced
4 tablespoons tequila
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1 cup heavy cream
6 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese or 6 ounces goat cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
Add shrimp.
Cook 1 minute on each side, then add garlic and onion, stirring continuously for 1 minute.
Add tequila and cilatro and flambe until flame subsides.
Add cream and turn heat down to medium-low.
Add cajun seasoning.
Stir, then take shrimp out and set aside while sauce thickens.
Check sauce for flavor, and add salt and pepper to taste.
Place shrimp in a baking dish.
Cover with sauce then top with cheese.
Place in 350 degree oven until cheese is bubbly.
Approx 5 minutes.
Garnish with whole cilantro leave if desired and serve immediately.

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