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Spicy Voodoo Shrimp Recipe

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This Spicy Voodoo Shrimp recipe delivers a flavorful, Cajun-inspired dish featuring succulent shrimp in a rich and spicy tomato-based sauce. Perfect served over rice, grits, or crusty bread, it combines aromatic vegetables, bold spices, and a touch of heat for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Shrimp

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 1 small green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 celery stalk, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 cup chicken or seafood stock
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Garnish and Serving

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges
  • Cooked white rice, grits, or crusty bread

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Let them marinate while you prepare the sauce to allow the flavors to infuse.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat unsalted butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add finely diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until aromatic.
  3. Build the Sauce: Stir in tomato paste into the sautéed vegetables and cook for 1 to 2 minutes to deepen the flavor. Add smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Mix well to combine. Pour in the chicken or seafood stock and Worcestershire sauce, then stir to deglaze the skillet. Bring the sauce to a simmer and add hot sauce, salt, and black pepper to taste. Let it simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  4. Cook the Shrimp: In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and sear them for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque, indicating they are cooked through.
  5. Combine and Finish: Add the cooked shrimp to the sauce skillet and stir gently. Let them simmer together for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the shrimp to absorb the sauce’s flavors.
  6. Serve: Spoon the spicy voodoo shrimp and sauce over cooked white rice, creamy grits, or crusty bread. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and lemon wedges for a bright, fresh finish.

Notes

  • Adjust cayenne pepper and hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
  • Use seafood stock for a more intense seafood flavor, or chicken stock if unavailable.
  • Grits, rice, or bread are great options to soak up the flavorful sauce, choose according to your preference.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp; they cook quickly and can become rubbery if left too long on heat.
  • This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.

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