SHRIMP MAQUE CHOUX

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Very flavorful, this great Cajun meal from Louisiana is a dish you can enjoy at home anytime... Happy Mardi Gras!

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Categories     Seafood

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 Tbsp clarified butter
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 c white onions, finely chopped
1 c celery, finely diced
15 large shrimp, rinsed, peeled and deveined
1 1/2 tsp creole seasoning, divided
1 c red peppers, finely chopped
2/3 c poblano peppers, seeded, ribs removed and finely chopped (substitute green peppers)
1/3 c jalapeño peppers, seeded, ribs removed and finely chopped
2 1/2 c corn kernels, drained
2 large green onions, chopped
3 large cloves garlic, pressed
1/4 tsp ground himalayan sea salt, or to taste
1 tsp raw sugar
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
1 tsp hot sauce of your choice
1/4 c dry white wine
1 c 35% heavy cream
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add butter with oil. When hot but not smoking, add onion and celery; sauté for 5 minutes. Meanwhile season shrimp with ½ tsp. creole seasoning; set aside.
  • 2. Back to skillet, stir in red bell, poblano and jalapeño peppers; cook for 2-3 minutes. Add corn kernels and green onions; sauté for 2 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for only 1 minute. Add remaining creole seasoning, sea salt, sugar, freshly ground black pepper, hot sauce and white wine. Cook into liquid is almost reduced.
  • 3. Add cream and bring to a simmer. Add shrimp, stir into the mixture for 30 seconds and cook until no longer pink about 2 minutes, flipping half way thru cooking. Serve immediately.
  • 4. To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4bZA7erXIk

Frank Tree
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and creamy.


TOW FRIENDS
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was so good that I ate it all up!


Sophie Webb
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover shrimp.


Liz
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and creamy.


Ekram Nagn
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Developer Mohammad Kawsar
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Hagi Jawara
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This dish was delicious! I especially loved the creamy sauce.


Ebrahim Petersen
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This recipe was a disaster! The shrimp were tough and the sauce was watery. I would not recommend it.


Gib Ran
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The shrimp were a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious.


Ackim Nthala
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This is one of my favorite shrimp recipes. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I highly recommend it!


TALLAABO CHANNEL
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The shrimp were tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Mithoe Suriname
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This recipe was a little too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more spices.


Emmanuel Uba_cubana
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the ingredients are affordable and easy to find.


hawwii koo
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This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I also loved the addition of the corn and bell peppers, which added a nice sweetness and crunch to the dish.