Cajun Shrimp-and-Crab Sauce

Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Cajun Shrimp-and-Crab Sauce
45 min.
6
468kcal

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of the South with this mouthwatering Cajun Shrimp-and-Crab Sauce! This dish perfectly captures the essence of Louisiana cuisine, bringing together a bold medley of spices, succulent shrimp, and tender crabmeat to create a culinary experience that will leave you craving more.

Imagine the rich aroma of andouille sausage sizzling in a skillet, releasing those savory drippings that become the base for our creamy sauce. With the addition of vibrant vegetables like green bell pepper and aromatic garlic, this dish is not only delicious but visually appealing as well. You can almost hear the sound of sizzling shrimp as they cook to perfection, turning a delicate pink - a sure sign they're ready to join this flavor explosion!

This recipe is dairy-free, making it a delightful option for those with dietary restrictions, and it comes together in just 45 minutes, allowing you to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home without hours of preparation. Whether for a casual lunch, an impressive dinner party, or a cozy night in, serve this savory sauce over a bed of hot cooked grits for that authentic Southern touch. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this dish that brings the vibrant spirit of Cajun cooking right to your table!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce andouille sausage 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 teaspoon celery seed 
  • 1.8 cups chicken broth 
  • servings grits hot cooked
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • cup bell pepper green chopped
  • 0.5 pound lump crab meat fresh drained
  • 0.5 teaspoon old bay seasoning 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • cup onion chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • pound shrimp fresh unpeeled

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired. Set aside.
  2. Cut sausage into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Remove sausage, and drain on paper towels, reserving drippings in pan. Set sausage aside.
  4. Saut onion and bell pepper in drippings and hot oil 8 minutes or until tender.
  5. Add garlic, and saut 1 minute.
  6. Whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute or until flour is browned.
  7. Whisk in chicken broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes. Stir in shrimp, and cook, stirring occasionally, 4 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Stir in sausage, crabmeat, and next 4 ingredients; cook, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated.
  8. Serve immediately over hot cooked grits.

Nutrition Facts

Calories468kcal
Protein33.25%
Fat46.79%
Carbs19.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29
Glycemic Load
1.42
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
20.725652124571%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
1.81mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
5.98mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:467.82kcal
23.39%
Fat:24.25g
37.3%
Saturated Fat:7.23g
45.16%
Carbohydrates:23.27g
7.76%
Net Carbohydrates:21.44g
7.8%
Sugar:2.97g
3.3%
Cholesterol:203.98mg
67.99%
Sodium:1328.74mg
57.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.76g
77.52%
Vitamin B12:4.16µg
69.28%
Selenium:33.67µg
48.11%
Phosphorus:393.34mg
39.33%
Copper:0.74mg
37.17%
Zinc:5.44mg
36.28%
Vitamin B3:6.35mg
31.77%
Vitamin C:24.93mg
30.22%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
25.86%
Potassium:665.38mg
19.01%
Magnesium:70.37mg
17.59%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.51%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.59%
Folate:60.18µg
15.04%
Iron:2.59mg
14.41%
Manganese:0.24mg
11.83%
Calcium:90.7mg
9.07%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.05%
Vitamin E:1.17mg
7.8%
Fiber:1.83g
7.31%
Vitamin D:1.06µg
7.06%
Vitamin K:4.85µg
4.62%
Vitamin A:138.83IU
2.78%
Source:My Recipes