Cajun Shrimp
Ingredients
- 14 large unpeeled shrimp
- 6 tablespoon cold unsalted butter
- 1-1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1-1/2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
- 3 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- juice of one lemon
- Hot French bread
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Place the shrimp, 3 Tbsp of the butter, the seasonings, and garlic in a saute' pan or oven proof skillet large enough to hold the shrimp in only one layer. Place shrimp in oven for about 2 minutes. Remove and turn the shrimp over and return for another 2-3 minutes. Remove the shrimp and now place on the stove on medium heat. Add the lemon juice and the remaining 3 Tbsp of butter, 1 Tbsp at a time. Serve in abowl with the French bread for the dipping. Cajun or Creole seasonings 2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoons garlic powder 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon dried thyme 1 tablespoon ground pepper 1 tablespoon dried oregano 2-1/2 tablespoon paprika 1 tablespoon onion powder Blend all the ingredients in a bowl. Makes 2/3 of a cup. Can be stored in a sealed container.