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Bubba Gump-Style Cajun Shrimp with Garlic

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A bold Southern-inspired shrimp dish featuring tender shrimp sautéed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce infused with Cajun spices, white wine, and clam juice for a deeply savory and flavorful broth.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

  • For the broth:
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 2 teaspoons tomato paste
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube, crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces clam juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • For the shrimp:
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 30 seconds. Add bouillon cube, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, cayenne, black pepper, clam juice, water, and white wine. Whisk to combine.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 5 minutes to slightly reduce.
  4. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, and smoked paprika. Stir for 30 seconds.
  5. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes, turning frequently, until pink and opaque.
  6. Transfer shrimp to the simmering broth and stir gently to coat. Serve immediately with rice or crusty bread.

Notes

  • Do not overcook shrimp; they should curl into a loose “C” shape when done.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper for more or less heat.
  • Substitute seafood or chicken broth for clam juice if needed.
  • White wine can be replaced with water and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 2 days.
  • Sauce base can be frozen separately for up to 2 months.

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