Cha Cha Cha Cajun Shrimp
- 1 1/2 cup Cajun Spice Mix
- 12 oz dark beer
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 lb peeled shrimp, medium
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- CAJUN SPICE MIX
- 1/2 cup sweet paprika
- 2 1/2 Tbs cayenne pepper
- 2 1/2 Tbs garlic powder
- 1 1/2 Tbs ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 Tbs ground white pepper
- 1 Tbs dried thyme
- 1 Tbs dried oregano
- 1 Tbs salt
- Combine all ingredients and mix well. Store in an airtight container.
- In a heavy saucepan, mix cajun spice mix and beer. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk to make a thick paste. Don't let it burn.
- Gradually stir in cream to make a smooth sauce. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally for 8 to 10 minutes or until sauce becomes thick and turns a rich rusty color.
- Add shrimp and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat and cook shrimp over low heat for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.
- Serve with fresh baguette(s).
cajun spice mix, heavy cream, shrimp, red pepper, cajun spice, sweet paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic, ground black pepper, ground white pepper, thyme, oregano, salt, combine
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/cha-cha-cha-cajun-shrimp-50041610 (may not work)