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Blackened Shrimp Stroganoff

Savory Blackened Shrimp Stroganoff You'll Crave Every Night

This Blackened Shrimp Stroganoff recipe blends bold Cajun spices with creamy comfort, making it an easy weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Creole
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Peeled Shrimp Can substitute with chicken or firm tofu
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Vegetable oil can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Mix spices if not available
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fettuccini Pasta Gluten-free pasta is a great alternative
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Margarine can be substituted
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Other mushrooms can be swapped in or omitted
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots Onions are a good substitute
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can create a healthier option
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Flour can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Bell Peppers Fresh bell peppers can replace or omit
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Green olives can also serve as a replacement
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large frying pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Marinate the shrimp with olive oil and Cajun seasoning for 15-30 minutes.
  2. Cook fettuccini in boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  3. Sauté mushrooms and shallots in butter for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Cook the marinated shrimp in the same pan for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  5. Add chicken broth, reduce to ¼ cup in about 5 minutes, then stir in sour cream and cornstarch until thickened.
  6. Combine shrimp, vegetables, roasted red bell peppers, and capers with the sauce and heat through.
  7. Serve the creamy mixture over fettuccini, garnishing as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate shrimp for deep flavor and adjust spices to taste. Store leftovers properly for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for 2 months.

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