Spicy Cajun shrimp

• 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed
• 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves,  crushed
• 1/3 cup margarine
• 11/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 large tomato, diced coarsely
• 1 pound medium shrimp, thawed, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup beer, room temperature
• 3 cups cooked rice

In a small bowl, combine the seasonings.

Clean and devein the shrimp under cold running water.

Drain well, set aside. In a large skillet over high heat, combine the margarine, garlic and Worcestershire sauce; add seasoning mix.

When the margarine is melted, add the tomato, then add the shrimp.

Cook for 2 minutes, stirring evenly.

Add the beer and cover; cook for 1 minute longer.

Remove from heat; serve over rice. Back to the main page