Bubba Gump Shrimp New Orleans (Printable)

Spicy Cajun shrimp simmered with vegetables in a zesty seasoned sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 celery stalks, diced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 medium tomato, diced

→ Spices & Seasonings

07 - 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
08 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Liquids

11 - 1/4 cup chicken broth
12 - 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
13 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

→ Fats

14 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
15 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Garnish

16 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
17 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# How to Make:

01 - Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning. Set aside while preparing the vegetables.
02 - Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
04 - Add diced tomatoes, remaining Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to develop flavors.
05 - Pour in chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring to combine.
06 - Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning once halfway through, until shrimp are pink and opaque throughout.
07 - Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter until melted and sauce is glossy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
08 - Sprinkle generously with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • The holy trinity of onion, bell pepper, and celery creates that authentic Louisiana foundation that makes everything taste like home
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like it simmered all day
  • The spice level is completely adjustable so you can make it as mild or fiery as your dinner guests can handle
02 -
  • Dry your shrimp thoroughly before seasoning them or they'll steam instead of sear, and nobody wants rubbery shrimp
  • Don't crowd the pan too much or the temperature will drop and you'll end up boiling everything instead of getting those nice caramelized edges
  • The butter finish is what makes restaurant dishes taste so luxurious, so don't skip it even if you're watching your fat intake
03 -
  • Make your own Cajun seasoning blend with equal parts paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, and black pepper plus a smaller amount of cayenne and salt
  • If your sauce is too thin, let it reduce for an extra minute before adding the shrimp, or swirl in a teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with cold water at the end

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