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Shrimp Remoulade
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Classic Shrimp Remoulade

Shrimp Remoulade, a classic dish hailing from the vibrant culinary traditions of Louisiana, is a delightful blend of succulent shrimp paired with a zesty, creamy sauce known as remoulade.
Course Salad, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword Lettuce, Mayonnaise, Shrimps
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 340kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 green onions finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp capers chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • Mixed greens
  • Lemon wedges and parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Build the base — Whisk the mayonnaise, both mustards, ketchup, hot sauce, and Worcestershire in a medium bowl until the color is a uniform, pale sunset orange.
  • Fold in the aromatics — Add the minced garlic, chopped green onions, capers, and parsley, stirring until the sauce looks speckled and chunky; season with salt and pepper only after tasting, as the capers are quite salty.
  • Chill the flavors — Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes; this allows the raw garlic to mellow and the dried spices in the mustard to hydrate.
  • Prep the protein — Toss your peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil and Cajun seasoning in a bowl until every crevice is coated in red spice.
  • Sear for color — Heat a skillet over medium-high until a drop of water sizzles instantly, then add the shrimp in a single layer.
  • Monitor the snap — Cook for about 2 minutes per side until the edges are golden-brown and the flesh turns from translucent gray to an opaque, pearly white.
  • Assemble the plate — Lay down a bed of mixed greens, dollop a generous amount of the chilled sauce in the center, and arrange the warm shrimp on top.
  • Final flourish — Squeeze a fresh lemon wedge over the shrimp to wake up the fats and garnish with extra parsley for a pop of color.

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcal