Bubba Gump Shrimp
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
218 kcal
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Cuisine
Cajun
Bubba Gump Shrimp
Description
This dish begins by melting butter in a skillet with oregano, chopped garlic, and ground cayenne pepper over medium heat to create a flavorful base. Large shrimp are then added and cooked briefly while stirring occasionally until they turn pink and are just cooked through, about five minutes. The result is a buttery, mildly spicy shrimp with a hint of herbaceous oregano and a warm kick from cayenne.
Serving the shrimp with toasted sourdough or similar crusty bread is recommended to soak up the flavorful butter sauce, making the meal satisfying and suitable as an appetizer or main course. The simplicity of the ingredients and method allow the shrimp's texture and flavor to stand out.
Because of the quick cooking time, attention should be paid to avoid overcooking the shrimp to maintain tenderness. The dish's brevity makes it convenient for preparation without complex steps.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 2 tablespoons garlic chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 24 pieces Shrimp large
Instructions
- Place all ingredients except the shrimp into a large skillet.
- Cook on medium heat until the butter is melted and hot.
- Add shrimp and stir occasionally. Cook until the shrimp are pink and just done, about 5 minutes.
Notes
- Serve the shrimp with toasted sourdough or other sturdy bread to enjoy the buttery sauce fully.
- Cook shrimp until just pink to keep them tender and avoid toughness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 218 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 218kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 250mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 31mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 730IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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