Creole-Spiced Shrimp

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Creole-Spiced Shrimp
40 min.
4
431kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the South with our Creole-Spiced Shrimp recipe, a delightful dish that brings the essence of Louisiana cuisine right to your kitchen. Perfectly gluten-free and ready in just 40 minutes, this meal is ideal for lunch, dinner, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests with minimal effort.

Imagine succulent shrimp, seasoned with a medley of spices including Old Bay seasoning and hot chili paste, all enveloped in a fragrant blend of fresh oregano, lemon, and onion. The magic happens as the shrimp cook in their own flavorful juices, creating a mouthwatering experience that is both satisfying and healthy, with each serving clocking in at 431 calories.

Whether you choose to bake or grill, this dish is versatile and easy to prepare. The use of aluminum foil packets not only makes for a hassle-free cleanup but also locks in moisture, ensuring that every bite is tender and juicy. Gather your friends and family around the table and let the enticing aroma of Creole spices fill the air, transporting you to the heart of New Orleans with every delicious bite. Bon Appétit!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoons chili paste depending on your taste pref hot (such as sambal oelek)
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  •  optional: lemon thinly sliced
  • tablespoon old bay seasoning 
  • small onion sliced
  • tablespoons oregano fresh
  • pounds shrimp wild deveined unpeeled peeled
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted cut into tablespoons (1 stick)
  • tablespoons worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • grill
  • aluminum foil
  • kitchen scissors

Directions

  1. Using small kitchen scissors, cut shrimpshells along the curved backs.
  2. Remove vein,keeping shell intact. (Skip this step if usingpeeled deveined shrimp.) Toss shrimp andnext 9 ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Place four 16x12" sheets of heavy-dutyfoil on a work surface. Divide shrimp mixtureamong sheets. Fold all foil edges toward thecenter to accommodate the liquid; do notcrimp.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons butter and 1/4 cup waterto each. Crimp tightly to seal. Preheat ovento 325°F. Arrange packets in a single layer ona rimmed baking sheet. Alternatively, build amedium fire in a charcoal grill, or preheata gas grill to medium-high.
  5. Bake or grill untilshrimp are just opaque in center (carefullyopen 1 packet to check; steam will escape),about 30 minutes. Carefully cut openpackets.
  6. Per serving: 470 calories, 26 g fat, 1 g fiber
  7. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories431kcal
Protein42.12%
Fat49.65%
Carbs8.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.38
Glycemic Load
0.86
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.116956573466%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
5.77mg
Hesperetin
7.53mg
Naringenin
0.15mg
Luteolin
0.52mg
Isorhamnetin
0.88mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
3.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:430.84kcal
21.54%
Fat:24.48g
37.66%
Saturated Fat:14.9g
93.14%
Carbohydrates:9.13g
3.04%
Net Carbohydrates:6.8g
2.47%
Sugar:2.64g
2.94%
Cholesterol:426.15mg
142.05%
Sodium:1548.95mg
67.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:46.73g
93.46%
Phosphorus:513.78mg
51.38%
Copper:0.96mg
47.8%
Vitamin K:25.97µg
24.74%
Magnesium:94.73mg
23.68%
Calcium:225.43mg
22.54%
Potassium:786.91mg
22.48%
Zinc:3.24mg
21.61%
Vitamin C:17.38mg
21.07%
Iron:3.24mg
17.97%
Manganese:0.34mg
16.76%
Vitamin A:808.97IU
16.18%
Fiber:2.33g
9.3%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.91%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.53%
Folate:15.76µg
3.94%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.87%
Vitamin D:0.43µg
2.84%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.38%
Vitamin B3:0.31mg
1.55%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.29%
Selenium:0.75µg
1.07%
Source:Epicurious