Description
Enjoy a comforting bowl of Creamy Cajun Shrimp & Mash—spicy shrimp meets creamy mash for a dish that warms the soul! This delightful recipe combines the rich flavors of Cajun spices with the smooth, buttery texture of mashed potatoes, creating a satisfying meal that is sure to impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound fresh or frozen shrimp
Cajun Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
Butter
- 4 tablespoons butter
Heavy Cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
Mashed Potatoes
- 2 pounds potatoes
Garlic
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Green Onions
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: Start by peeling and chopping your potatoes. Boil them in salted water until tender, then drain and mash them with butter and cream until smooth.
- Cook the Shrimp: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, then toss in the shrimp and Cajun seasoning. Cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and stir until the shrimp are well coated, simmering for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine and Serve: Serve the creamy shrimp over a generous mound of mashed potatoes, garnishing with chopped green onions for a fresh touch.
Notes
- Use Fresh Shrimp: Fresh shrimp will provide the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust Spice Levels: Feel free to modify the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your heat tolerance.
- Don’t Overcook the Shrimp: Cook just until pink to keep them tender and juicy.
- Experiment with Potatoes: Try different types of potatoes for unique flavors and textures.
- Make It Ahead: Prepare the mash and shrimp in advance for a quicker meal later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun Shrimp, Shrimp and Mash, Cajun Recipe, Comfort Food