Acadian Peppered Shrimp Recipe #8131
20 min |
SERVES 4
- 1 lb butter
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons fresh basil, chopped
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf, crumbled
- 1/2 cup black pepper, finely ground
- salt
- 4 lbs 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, stir- ring 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.
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