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Shrimp with Andouille Sausage

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This southern comfort classic, shrimp with andouille sausage, is bold, flavorful, and can pack a kick. The fresh shrimp provides the sweet notes necessary to balance the smoky, spicy flavor of the andouille sausage. A Cajun-stye, andouille sausage is irreplaceable for this recipe. This is a great recipe for cold evenings, friendly gatherings, hearty lunches, really any time you are looking for a dynamic and powerful meal. The taste of Louisiana in every bowl.

Although elements are necessary for a true shrimp with sausage meal, the rest of the spices and volume of each ingredient can be adjusted to taste. If you’re looking for something less spicy, tone down the sausages and cayenne pepper. You can also add sweetness to cut the spice. Try different vegetable mixes to match your preferences. Add a loaf of bread or toss it with pasta for a bit more carbohydrates.

Start with the classic though and enjoy the sweet, spicy flavors of a delicious shrimp with andouille sausage meal.

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Shrimp with Andouille Sausage

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Cajun
Servings 2

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • spatula
  • sauce pot

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 2 each pre-cooked andouille sausage links (3 oz each)
  • 1 8 ounce can of tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup celery (diced)
  • 1/4 cup white onions (diced)
  • 1 each green bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 each garlic clove (minced)
  • 2 tbsp green onions (chopped)
  • 1 each bay leaf
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 tsp oregano
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Slice the sausage into coins
  • Add olive oil to a sauce pot on medium-high heat
  • Add the onions, peppers, celery, garlic and stir until softened for 2 to 3 minutes
  • Stir in the sausage and season with paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir in the bay leaf and add the tomato sauce. Add 1 cup of water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat low-heat and simmer for about 5-10 minutes
  • Finally, add the shrimp and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the shrimp is pink and cooked through
  • Stir in the green onions for garnish