CAJUN SHRIMP FLAMBE

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This is a great appetizer or side dish to go with any seafood/cajun feast. You can adjust the spice by decreasing the amount of cajun seasoning or you can substitute chili powder.

Provided by Melissa_8201

Categories     Cajun

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined (25-30 count)
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup red onion, diced
4 tablespoons tequila
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1 cup heavy cream
6 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese or 6 ounces goat cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
  • Add shrimp.
  • Cook 1 minute on each side, then add garlic and onion, stirring continuously for 1 minute.
  • Add tequila and cilatro and flambe until flame subsides.
  • Add cream and turn heat down to medium-low.
  • Add cajun seasoning.
  • Stir, then take shrimp out and set aside while sauce thickens.
  • Check sauce for flavor, and add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place shrimp in a baking dish.
  • Cover with sauce then top with cheese.
  • Place in 350 degree oven until cheese is bubbly.
  • Approx 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with whole cilantro leave if desired and serve immediately.

King Bored
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make and it's always a hit. The shrimp are cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Yousaf Jutt
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This dish was easy to make and it was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


enas
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this dish was surprisingly mild. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Calieshs Murray
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I had some leftover shrimp from a shrimp boil and I used them to make this dish. It was delicious! The sauce is so flavorful and the shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Oliver Mitchell
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Ethan Hollingsworth
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This dish was amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I loved the addition of the Cajun seasoning. I will definitely be making this again.


Haris Panhwar
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Md Hashem
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This recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were so flavorful and the sauce was delicious. I loved the addition of the bell peppers and onions. I will definitely be making this again.


Ghaffar Sultaniji
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I made this dish last night and it was a huge success! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I served it over rice and it was the perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.


David Elliott
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This Cajun shrimp flambé was an absolute delight! The shrimp were cooked to perfection, with a tender and juicy texture. The sauce was rich and flavorful, with a perfect balance of spices. I especially loved the kick of cayenne pepper. Overall, this


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