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Blackened Shrimp Stroganoff

Spicy Blackened Shrimp Stroganoff That'll Ignite Your Tastebuds

Experience bold flavors and creamy comfort with this Blackened Shrimp Stroganoff, perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled substitute with chicken or tofu if desired
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil/melted butter
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz fettuccini pasta gluten-free pasta as alternative
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter or olive oil for a lighter version
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced any variety can be used
  • 1 medium shallot, chopped can substitute with yellow onion
  • ⅔ cup chicken broth substitute with vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • ½ cup sour cream Greek yogurt as a substitute
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch optional for thickening
  • 1 cup roasted red bell peppers, diced optional
  • 2 tbsp capers optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the shrimp by tossing it in olive oil and Cajun seasoning; let sit for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Cook fettuccini in a large pot of boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes; drain and set aside.
  3. Sauté mushrooms and shallots in butter over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, then keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, cook marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink, then set aside.
  5. Pour chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up brown bits, and reduce to about ¼ cup.
  6. Combine sour cream and cornstarch in a bowl, then add to the broth, cooking until thickened.
  7. Return shrimp and vegetables to the skillet; stir gently to combine, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve the creamy shrimp mixture over fettuccini, garnishing with fresh herbs or extra seasoning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate shrimp properly and adjust seasonings at the end. Store sauce and shrimp separately for reheating.

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