PEEL-AND-EAT SHRIMP WITH SPICY CREOLE SAUCE

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If you like your shrimp with a "kick" then this recipe if for you! This will serve 2-3 people as a main coarse or 3-4 people an appetizer with using 28 large shrimp, you can double the recipe, these shrimp are amazing, and a must serve with warm crusty bread to dip into the sauce. If you want you can season the shrimp and chill for a couple of hours to marinate before continuing with the recipe, but that is optional, also you can double the butter, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice and garlic for more sauce.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Creole

Time 16m

Yield 28 shrimp

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper (I use about 1/2 teaspoon salt and about 3/4 teaspoon pepper)
1/2-3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch dried thyme
25 -28 uncooked large shrimp, with shells left on
8 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces (no subs!)
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped garlic (or to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder, cayenne and thyme; mix to combine.
  • Add in the unpeeled, uncooked shrimp and toss to coat.
  • In a large skillet melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat.
  • Add in Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice and garlic; saute until garlic is tender (about 2 minutes).
  • Add in the seasoned shrimp and saute until opaque in the center (about 3 minutes).
  • Add in remaining 4 tablespoon butter and stir until melted.
  • Transfer the shrimp to a large bowl.
  • Pour sauce from skillet over the shrimp and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.3, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 18.2, Sodium 50.6, Carbohydrate 0.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 1.4

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