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Spicy New Orleans Shrimp

Spicy New Orleans Shrimp

Spice up your dinner with this Spicy New Orleans Shrimp recipe. Packed with bold Cajun flavors, it’s quick, easy, and perfect for any occasion. Serve with crusty bread and enjoy!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g white tiger shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or Tabasco sauce adjust to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 lemon Juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Baking tray (optional)
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Clean the shrimp by peeling off shells and removing veins, then pat dry.
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add sweet chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, liquid smoke, smoked paprika, oregano, sriracha, minced garlic, and lemon juice; stir until combined.
  4. Simmer the sauce for 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly.
  6. Toss the shrimp in the skillet with the cooled sauce, ensuring they are fully coated.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  8. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  9. Uncover the skillet and bake the shrimp for 10-15 minutes, until opaque and curled.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra lemon juice.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Don’t skip the marinating for maximum flavor—30 minutes makes a huge difference! For a lighter option, consider grilling the shrimp instead of baking them. Adjust sriracha to control the spice level to suit your taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Gently reheat them in a skillet with a splash of water for best results.
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