Shrimp: Cajun Shrimp by Buny

posted by Buny 01-26-103 12:21 AM

Cajun Shrimp

1 pound shrimp
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large head garlic
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon oregano 2 tablespoons rosemary
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
juice of 1 lemon
fresh grated nutmeg
salt and pepper


Heat oil in a 12-inch iron skillet; add garlic cloves and saute for 2 minutes. Mix in shrimp and bay leaves, followed with the dry seasonings. Add wine, vinegar, and lemon juice. Simmer 5 minutes. Before serving, adjust seasonings and sprinkle with nutmeg. Garnish with lemon slices. Great with spinach fettuccine tossed with butter and cracked pepper.

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