Acadian Peppered Shrimp Recipe

acadian Peppered Shrimp

serves 4.

1 Pound Butter
1/2 Cup Lemon Juice
2 Teaspoons Fresh Basil, Chopped
2 Teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
2 Teaspoons Fresh Oregano, Chopped
5 Garlic Cloves, Minced
1 Bay Leaf, Crumbled
1/2 C Black Pepper, Finely Ground
salt
4 Pounds Large Raw Shrimp In Shells (30-35 Per Pound)

melt The Butter In A Large Deep-sided Frying Pan Or Iron Skillet Over Low Heat. When Melted, Raise The Heat, And Add The Remaining Ingredients Except The Shrimp. Cook, Stirring Often, Until Browned To A Rich Mahogany Color, About 10 Minutes.

add Shrimp, Stirring And Turning To Coat Well With The Seasoned Butter. Cook Until The Shrimp Have Turned A Rich Deep Pink, About 10 Minutes.

lay Newspapers On The Table. Serve The Shrimp In Their Shells, Peeling Them At The Table.





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