Cajun Shrimp

Submitted by Barenakedchef

"Spicy shrimp that comes together super quick! 5lbs of shrimp is too much for us, so we cut it in half. Source: Sis. Corinne Dillingham Westerly Ecclesia, Rhode Island, U.S."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 10

ingredients

• 5 lbs jumbo raw shrimp, unpeeled
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• 3 cups butter
• 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
• 10 garlic cloves, minced
• 5 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons salt

directions

1. Wash the shrimp well. Put in a large baking dish. Salt and pepper the shrimp. In a saucepan melt the butter, and then add the Worcestershire, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, garlic, bay leaves, and salt. Pour mixture over all shrimp to cover.
2. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the shrimp are not all cooked, stir well and check every 10 minutes until they are all done.
3. They should be a dark shade of pink when done. Serve with plenty of crusty bread for mopping up the wonderful sauce!