Bubba Gump Shrimp New Orleans Recipe
The Bubba Gump Shrimp New Orleans Recipe brings Southern charm alive. It's bold, spicy, and packed with Gulf flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled, deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper optional
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Season shrimp with Cajun spice and paprika.
- Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp and set aside briefly.
- Lower heat and melt butter in pan.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce.
- Return shrimp to pan and mix well.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley over shrimp.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve immediately over rice or grits.
Notes
- Use fresh Gulf shrimp for best taste.
- Don’t overcook shrimp; they turn rubbery.
- Add cayenne for extra New Orleans heat.
- Butter adds richness; don’t skip it.
- Garnish with lemon wedges for brightness.
- Serve immediately to enjoy full flavor.
- Try smoked paprika for a deeper aroma.