This Spicy Voodoo Shrimp brings the bold, mysterious flavors of Louisiana right to your kitchen with a dish that’s as exciting as its name suggests. Succulent shrimp are quickly sautéed with aromatic garlic and a blend of fiery spices including cayenne and paprika, then simmered in a flavorful sauce that balances heat with tangy lemon juice and savory Worcestershire. The result is a dish that’s both sophisticated and soul-satisfying, perfect over rice or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of that incredible sauce.
If you’re drawn to these bold seafood flavors, you’ll absolutely love our Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce that delivers similar heat and elegance. For another Louisiana-inspired favorite, try the New Orleans Shrimp and Corn Bisque that brings the same authentic Cajun flavors in a rich, creamy format.
Spicy Voodoo Shrimp
Spicy Voodoo Shrimp features plump, tender shrimp sautéed with garlic and bold Cajun spices in a zesty sauce with chicken broth, lemon juice, and hot sauce.
4
servings15
minutes10
minutes250
kcal25
minutesIngredients
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp hot sauce
1/4 tsp salt
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in cayenne pepper, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook the spices for an additional 30 seconds to release the flavors.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, stirring constantly until the shrimp begin to turn pink, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and lemon juice, stirring well to combine.
- Continue cooking until shrimp are cooked through and sauce slightly thickens, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove skillet from heat and stir in chopped green onions. Let the dish rest for a minute before serving.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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