Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Andouille Etouffee
Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Andouille Etouffee is a mouth-watering dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine with succulent shrimp and spicy Andouille sausage. This dish is perfect for those who love a little heat in their meals and want to experience the authentic taste of Louisiana.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 6 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1/4 cup onion, diced
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
To start, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the Andouille sausage. Cook until browned and crispy, then remove from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the tomato and cook for another 2-3 minutes, then add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. In a separate small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and whisk in the flour to make a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then add to the skillet with the vegetables.
Add the cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine. Add the shrimp and Andouille sausage back to the skillet and cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
Serve the Spicy Cajun Shrimp and Andouille Etouffee over cooked rice and enjoy the bold flavors and spicy kick of this delicious dish.
This dish can be classified as a Cajun seafood dish and its three main ingredients are shrimp, Andouille sausage, and vegetables. The appearance of this dish is colorful and vibrant, with the reds and greens of the vegetables and the pink of the shrimp. The taste is bold and spicy, with a rich and savory flavor that will leave you wanting more.