The Recipe Bin: Cajun - Entrees: Fish & Seafood

    Acadian Peppered Shrimp
     
     
    1 lb Butter
    ½ cup Lemon Juice
    2 tsp Fresh Basil (Chopped)
    2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
    2 tsp Fresh Oregano (Chopped)
    5 Garlic Cloves (Minced)
    1 Bay Leaf (Crumbled)
    ½ cup Black Pepper (Finely Ground)
    Salt
    4 lbs Large Raw Shrimp (In Shells)
     
     
    • The shrimp should be of a size to number 30-35 per pound.
    • Melt the butter in a large deep-sided frying pan or iron skillet over low heat.
    • When melted, raise the heat, and add the remaining ingredients except the shrimp.
    • Cook, stirring often, until browned to a rich mahogany color, about 10 minutes.
    • Add the shrimp, stirring and turning to coat well with the seasoned butter.
    • Cook until the shrimp have turned a rich deep pink, about 10 minutes.
    • Serve the shrimp in their shells, peeling them at the table.
     
    Makes approximately 4 servings.

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