Cajun Shrimp Scampi

Name: Cajun Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs large shrimp (21-25 count), peeled and deveined, peeled and deveined; 1 lb pasta (linguine or angel hair); 4 tbsp olive oil; 10 cloves garlic, minced, minced; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup chicken stock; 4 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, grated; 4 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, chopped; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper

A Cajun twist on the classic Italian pasta dish: plump shrimp in a garlic-white wine sauce with Cajun spices, finished with a touch of cream. Tossed with pasta for a dish that's both elegant and satisfying.

30 minMediumServes 4420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs large shrimp (21-25 count), peeled and deveined, peeled and deveined
1 lb pasta (linguine or angel hair)
4 tbsp olive oil
10 cloves garlic, minced, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup chicken stock
4 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, grated
4 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, chopped
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 1 lb pasta (linguine or angel hair) according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2

Heat 4 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3

Add 10 cloves minced garlic, minced and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
4

Add 1.5 lbs peeled and deveined large shrimp (21-25 count), peeled and deveined to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until they start to turn pink.
5

Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
6

Add 1/2 cup chicken stock, 4 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp Cajun seasoning, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
7

Cook for 2-3 minutes until large shrimp (21-25 count), peeled and deveined are fully cooked and opaque.
8

Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup grated grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for 1 minute more.
9

Taste and adjust seasoning with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
10

Toss pasta (linguine or angel hair) with the large shrimp (21-25 count), peeled and deveined sauce and divide among serving bowls.
11

Garnish with 4 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, chopped and serve immediately.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for white wine in Cajun Shrimp Scampi?

The entry for Cajun Shrimp Scampi calls for 1/2 cup dry white wine. In its place: Use chicken or vegetable stock with a teaspoon of white wine vinegar or lemon juice per half cup for the acidity.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Cajun Shrimp Scampi?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Cajun Shrimp Scampi uses 1.5 lbs large shrimp (21-25 count), peeled and deveined, peeled and deveined.

Is Cajun Shrimp Scampi spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Cajun Shrimp Scampi comes from 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. For a milder plate, halve the pepper flakes; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Cajun Shrimp Scampi gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Cajun Shrimp Scampi is 1 lb pasta (linguine or angel hair). Swap the pasta for a gluten-free one, cooked a minute short of its package time. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Cajun Shrimp Scampi contain shellfish?

Yes: 1.5 lbs large shrimp (21-25 count), peeled and deveined, peeled and deveined. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and shellfish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Cajun Shrimp Scampi?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 420 calories, with 28 g protein, 42 g carbohydrate and 14 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 640 mg sodium.

How do I store and reheat Cajun Shrimp Scampi?

Refrigerate what is left of Cajun Shrimp Scampi within two hours and eat it within two days (seafood turns fast). Reheat gently on the stovetop. The pasta keeps drinking the sauce as it sits; loosen it with a splash of water or stock.

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