Acadian Peppered Shrimp Recipe - Cooking Index
Acadian Peppered Shrimp Recipe - Cooking Index
| 1 lb | Butter | |
| 1/2 cup | Lemon juice | |
| 2 teaspoons | Fresh basil - chopped | |
| 2 teaspoons | Cayenne pepper | |
| 2 teaspoons | Fresh oregano - chopped | |
| 5 | Garlic cloves - minced | |
| 1 | Bay leaf - crumbled | |
| 1/2 cup | Black pepper - finely ground | |
| Salt | ||
| 4 lbs | Large raw shrimp in shells |
The shrimp should be of a size to number 30-35 per pound.
Melt the butter in a large deep-sided frying pan or iron skillet over low heat.
When melted, raise the heat, and add the remaining ingredients except the shrimp.
Cook, stirring often, until browned to a rich mahogany color, about 10 minutes.
Add the shrimp, stirring and turning to coat well with the seasoned butter.
Cook until the shrimp have turned a rich deep pink, about 10 minutes.
Serve the shrimp in their shells, peeling them at the table.
Source:
Bill Wight
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