Description
Sizzling Cajun shrimp foil packets bring Louisiana’s spicy seafood magic to dinner tables with minimal cleanup. Packed with bold seasonings and fresh ingredients, these easy packets promise a quick, flavorful meal that will transport you straight to New Orleans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (1 lb or 454 g)
- 3 oz (85 g) andouille sausage, thinly sliced
- 1 ¼ cups (296 ml) corn kernels, fresh or frozen
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup (4 tbsps) parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup (4 tbsps) basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp Cajun or Creole seasoning blend
- ¼ cup (60 ml) dry white wine (Pinot Grigio)
- 2 tbsps olive oil
Instructions
- Seasoning Preparation: Blend Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper thoroughly, ensuring uniform spice distribution for robust flavor profile.
- Shrimp Coating: Massage seasoning blend into shrimp, guaranteeing complete and even spice coverage for maximum taste intensity.
- Packet Assembly: Layer aluminum foil sheets with andouille sausage, zucchini, bell peppers, and corn kernels as the foundational vegetable mixture.
- Protein Placement: Strategically position seasoned shrimp atop vegetable medley, creating a harmonious culinary composition.
- Herb and Liquid Enhancement: Scatter fresh parsley and basil, then drizzle white wine and extra virgin olive oil across each packet to elevate aromatic complexity.
- Sealing Technique: Expertly fold and crimp foil edges, creating an airtight seal that will lock in moisture and intensify flavor development.
- Thermal Processing: Ignite oven to 425°F (220°C), positioning fresh packets for 13-15 minutes or frozen variants for 35-40 minutes until shrimp transform to opaque and reach 145°F (63°C) internal temperature.
- Serving Presentation: Unveil packets with caution, plate contents immediately, and optionally embellish with additional herbs or lemon for a bright, zesty finish.
Notes
- Spice Coating Technique: Massage spices directly onto shrimp to maximize flavor penetration and ensure even seasoning distribution.
- Foil Packet Pro Tip: Create individual packets for personalized servings and easy steam-trapping, which locks in moisture and intensifies taste.
- Temperature Precision: Use an instant-read thermometer to confirm shrimp reach 145°F for food safety without overcooking.
- Flavor Enhancement Trick: Add a splash of white wine and olive oil to each packet for extra depth and richness in the final dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking, Grilling, Roasting, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg