New Orleans Style Shrimp
Transport your taste buds straight to the Big Easy with this bold and vibrant New Orleans Style Shrimp recipe! Featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, buttery sauce infused with the Holy Trinity of Creole cooking—onion, bell pepper, and celery—this dish is elevated with aromatic garlic, smoky paprika, and zesty Cajun seasoning. A splash of Worcestershire and a touch of heat from crushed red pepper flakes take the flavor profile to the next level, while fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon add the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Best served with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the mouthwatering sauce, this classic Louisiana-inspired dish will bring a burst of Southern comfort to your table. Perfect for fans of Cajun cuisine, shrimp lovers, and anyone looking for a quick, flavor-packed meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (finely chopped)
- 2 stalks celery stalks (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tsp cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 large lemon (sliced into wedges)
- to taste kosher salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season them lightly with salt and black pepper and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter with the olive oil over medium heat. Once melted, add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Stir in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and release their flavors.
Pour in the Worcestershire sauce and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5 minutes to slightly reduce and concentrate the flavors.
Add the shrimp to the skillet, spreading them out in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until they turn pink and opaque.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the shrimp and sauce. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the New Orleans Style Shrimp immediately with lemon wedges on the side. Pair it with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
323 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.1 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 253 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 487 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 29.0 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 636 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
