Best 5 Quick Easy New Orleans Shrimp Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

**Tantalize Your Taste Buds with the Vibrant Flavors of New Orleans Shrimp: A Culinary Journey Awaits**

In the heart of Louisiana, where the Mississippi River flows and jazz music fills the air, there exists a culinary gem that captures the essence of New Orleans' vibrant spirit: shrimp. This versatile seafood takes center stage in a symphony of flavors, from the classic and beloved Shrimp Étouffée to the tantalizingly spicy Shrimp Creole. Embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind these iconic dishes, ensuring you can recreate the magic of New Orleans in your own kitchen.

**Shrimp Étouffée:** Dive into the depths of Louisiana's culinary heritage with Shrimp Étouffée, a rich and flavorful stew that showcases the harmonious blend of shrimp, the "holy trinity" of celery, bell peppers, and onions, and a medley of aromatic spices. Savor the velvety texture of the sauce, infused with the essence of shrimp and the warmth of Creole seasoning, as it envelops perfectly cooked shrimp.

**Shrimp Creole:** Experience the fiery side of New Orleans cuisine with Shrimp Creole, a vibrant dish that brings together the bold flavors of Creole tomatoes, bell peppers, and onions. Succulent shrimp are seared to perfection, then simmered in a zesty Creole sauce, resulting in a delectable symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing.

**New Orleans Shrimp Scampi:** Embark on a culinary journey to the shores of the Mediterranean, where the flavors of Italy meet the vibrant spirit of New Orleans. This unique take on the classic Shrimp Scampi features succulent shrimp sautéed in a luscious sauce of butter, garlic, white wine, and lemon juice. Served over a bed of angel hair pasta, it's a delightful fusion of two culinary worlds.

**Air Fryer Shrimp Po' Boy:** Experience the culinary magic of New Orleans' iconic sandwich, the Shrimp Po' Boy, in a healthier avatar. This air fryer version offers a crispy and golden-brown shrimp filling, nestled between slices of fluffy French bread. Topped with a creamy remoulade sauce and tangy pickles, it's a symphony of flavors and textures that will satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

NEW ORLEANS-STYLE BBQ SHRIMP



New Orleans-Style BBQ Shrimp image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed (about 1 head)
2 bay leaves
4 sprigs thyme
1 pound large shrimp, shell on and deveined
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons dry sherry
3 lemons, cut into wedges
Crusty bread, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • 2. Heat olive oil, butter, garlic, bay leaves, and thyme in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat until butter melts and garlic and herbs are fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • 3. Toss shrimp, Worcestershire sauce, salt, paprika, and cayenne in a bowl. Add to skillet along with sherry and transfer to oven. Bake until shrimp curl and are pink, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish and serve with lemon wedges and bread.

QUICK & EASY NEW ORLEANS SHRIMP



Quick & Easy New Orleans Shrimp image

I've simplified my mom's Shrimp Creole-she made it for us growing up. Now it's effortless comfort food I make for my own family. -Crystal Milne, Urbana, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) Italian tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
3 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, celery and pepper; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Add shrimp; cook 2-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 720mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

NEW ORLEANS-STYLE SHRIMP AND RICE



New Orleans-Style Shrimp and Rice image

This quick-cooking New Orleans classic is spicy and hearty-and turns any meal into a festive occasion. It's chockful of green bell peppers, whole plum tomatoes, and Cajun seasoning.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
2 green bell peppers, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 large onion, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 celery stalks, cut into 1/2-inch-thick pieces
6 canned whole plum tomatoes (from one 28-ounce can), crushed
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish
1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco, or to taste
1 pound large shrimp (21 to 30), peeled and deveined
2 cups cooked white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add flour, and stir until light brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add bell peppers, onion, and celery; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 7 minutes. Add tomatoes, broth, parsley, spices, salt, and hot sauce.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until vegetables are soft and mixture is slightly thickened, about 30 minutes. Stir in shrimp, and cook until pink and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle shrimp with parsley, and serve over rice.

CHEF JOHN'S NEW ORLEANS-STYLE BARBEQUED SHRIMP



Chef John's New Orleans-Style Barbequed Shrimp image

This indigenous American shellfish dish, cooked on the stovetop, has plenty of big flavors from garlic, rosemary, and freshly cracked black pepper. Serve over hot cooked rice. Use the largest shrimp you can get.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 1h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ½ pounds colossal shrimp, EZ-peel type (deveined and shells split down the back)
1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
⅛ teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups chicken stock
lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, or more to taste
2 dashes hot sauce, or to taste
3 tablespoons cold butter, cut into chunks
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
1 sprig fresh rosemary for garnish

Steps:

  • Peel shrimp and place into a mixing bowl; set shrimp shells aside in a saucepan.
  • Drizzle vegetable oil over shrimp and season with black pepper, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and seafood seasoning. Mix shrimp to coat with spices and cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate shrimp to absorb flavors, at least 1 hour.
  • Place reserved shrimp shells in saucepan over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon butter; cook and stir until shells are pink and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in chicken stock, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low; simmer until shrimp shells have given off their flavor, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Strain shrimp stock through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl and add lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Stir to combine.
  • Place a large skillet over high heat until pan is very hot; sear shrimp in the very hot, dry pan until shrimp are browned, about 1 minute per side.
  • Stir 3 tablespoons cold butter, garlic, and minced rosemary into shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp are opaque in the middle and garlic is fragrant, 1 minute. Pour in shrimp stock.
  • Transfer shrimp from skillet to a bowl, using a slotted spoon; reserve sauce in skillet. Bring sauce to a boil and cook until reduced slightly, about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste. Return shrimp to pan, reduce heat to low, and warm through, about 1 minute. Serve shrimp drizzled with pan sauce; garnish with a rosemary sprig.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 289.8 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 836.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

THE VERY BEST NEW ORLEANS SHRIMP



The Very Best New Orleans Shrimp image

Absolutely the very best! Make sure you double this recipe. Everyone loves the dipping sauce! A friend gave it to me years ago, it was from Gourmet magazine.

Provided by Chill

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 15m

Yield 2-4 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb shrimp
4 ounces unsalted butter, plus
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup beer, at room temperature
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
lots of crusty French bread

Steps:

  • Combine mix and store in glass jar, tightly sealed.
  • In heavy skillet over high heat combine 4 oz.
  • butter,garlic, worcestershire and seasoning mix.
  • When butter is melted, add shrimp.
  • Cook for 2 minutes, shaking pan back and forth.
  • DON'T STIR!
  • Add remaining butter, stock and beer.
  • Cook for an additional 2 minutes, shaking the pan.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Serve immediately in bowl with lots of french bread to soak up the sauce.
  • *Shaking the pan in a back and forth motion, along with the additional of the stock helps keep the sauce from separating and having an oil texture.
  • Stirring doesn't do the same.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure to prep all of your ingredients. This will help the cooking process go smoothly and quickly.
  • Use fresh shrimp: Fresh shrimp is always the best choice for this recipe. If you can't find fresh shrimp, frozen shrimp will also work.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cooks very quickly, so it's important to not overcook it. Otherwise, it will become tough and rubbery.
  • Use a variety of spices: This recipe calls for a variety of spices, including paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Feel free to adjust the spices to your own taste.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it's cooked. The shrimp will be most tender and flavorful when it's hot off the stove.

Conclusion:

This New Orleans Shrimp recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's sure to please everyone at the table. The shrimp is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with butter, garlic, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Serve the shrimp over rice or with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a salad. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. Simply cook the shrimp according to the recipe and then add it to your favorite dishes, such as salads, pasta, or stir-fries.

Related Topics