Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
8 tbsp

butter

unsalted

0.5 unit

onion

diced

4 unit

garlic

smashed and minced

1 tbsp

marjoram

chopped fresh

2 unit

bay leaves

2 unit

lemons

cut in half

1 cup

dark beer

0.25 cup

worcestershire sauce

2 tsp

hot sauce

2 tsp

red pepper flakes

crushed

2 unit

shrimp

large, peeled, tails left on

1 pinch

salt

sea salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

2 tbsp

parsley

chopped fresh

1 unit

French bread

crusty

Step 1
~2 min

Heat butter in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat until sizzling hot.

Step 2
~2 min

Add diced onion, minced garlic, marjoram, and bay leaves.

Step 3
~2 min

Cook and stir until garlic releases an aroma (about 1 minute).

Step 4
~2 min

Squeeze lemon juice into the skillet, reserving 2 squeezed lemon halves.

Step 5
~2 min

Add beer, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes, stir to mix.

Step 6
~2 min

Thinly slice the reserved lemon halves and add to the skillet.

Step 7
~2 min

Bring the mixture to a low boil and simmer for 3-4 minutes.

Step 8
~2 min

Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste and add to the skillet.

Step 9
~2 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are bright pink and cooked through (4-5 minutes).

Step 10
~2 min

Remove and discard the bay leaves.

Step 11
~2 min

Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Step 12
~2 min

Serve warm with crusty French bread for dipping.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of hot sauce and red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.

Serve with Carolina Gold Rice or Creamy Cheese Grits to soak up the sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time, add shrimp just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty French bread for dipping.

Serve over Carolina Gold Rice or Creamy Cheese Grits.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roxys Grated Cole Slaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Louisiana

Cultural Significance

Classic Cajun/Creole dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Game Day
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

78/100

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