cajun shrimp alfredo

(1 RATING)
69 Pinches
Kingwood, TX
Updated on Feb 21, 2012

This recipe takes a Italian alfredo and fuses it with flavors of the bayou. It is clearly too rich to enjoy often but it has earned me one or two get out of jail free cards.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined
  • 6 tablespoons creole seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 10 ounces andouille sausage (or other good smoked sausage)
  • 1/2 medium onion, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1 pound linguine
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 stick butter, unsalted, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups parmigiano-reggiano
  • - parsley, chopped (for garnish)

How To Make cajun shrimp alfredo

  • Step 1
    Place the shrimp and 3 tablespoons creole seasoning in a large resealable plastic bag and shake. Place the bag in the refrigerator while you prepare the sauce.
  • Step 2
    Heat a deep 3-quart skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Step 3
    Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and the andouille sausage. Saute sausage for 2 minutes, stirring often.
  • Step 4
    Add onions and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Step 5
    Add crushed red pepper flakes and garlic and cook 1 minute and add Worcestershire sauce.
  • Step 6
    Meanwhile, cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions.
  • Step 7
    To the skillet, add cream, milk, remaining creole seasoning, black pepper, chili powder, and salt. Stir to a consistent color.
  • Step 8
    Add butter and stir until melted. Stir in cheese until melted. Lower heat to a simmer.
  • Step 9
    Heat the remaining olive oil in another large skillet over high heat and add the shrimp. Saute shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side or until they just start to turn pink.
  • Step 10
    Add the shrimp and cooked, drained pasta to the first skillet. Stir to combine and blend flavors, about 1 minute.
  • Step 11
    Serve in a large pasta bowl. Sprinkle with parsley and creole seasoning for garnish.

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Category: Pasta
Category: Seafood
Keyword: #shrimp
Keyword: #Alfredo
Keyword: #cajun
Keyword: #Linguine
Ingredient: Pasta
Method: Stove Top

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