Cajun Shrimp Flambe Recipe

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Cajun Shrimp Flambe
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Directions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
  2. Add shrimp.
  3. Cook 1 minute on each side, then add garlic and onion, stirring continuously for 1 minute.
  4. Add tequila and cilatro and flambe until flame subsides.
  5. Add cream and turn heat down to medium-low.
  6. Add cajun seasoning.
  7. Stir, then take shrimp out and set aside while sauce thickens.
  8. Check sauce for flavor, and add salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Place shrimp in a baking dish.
  10. Cover with sauce then top with cheese.
  11. Place in 350 degree oven until cheese is bubbly.
  12. Approx 5 minutes.
  13. Garnish with whole cilantro leave if desired and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 465.89 Kcal (1951 kJ)
Calories from fat 314.59 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 34.95g 54%
Cholesterol 96.47mg 32%
Sodium 1030.07mg 43%
Potassium 119.7mg 3%
Total Carbs 24.45g 8%
Sugars 0.57g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.93g 4%
Protein 13.44g 27%
Vitamin C 3.3mg 6%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 9%
Iron 0.8mg 4%
Calcium 252.8mg 25%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 315.18 Kcal (1320 kJ)
Calories from fat 212.82 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23.65g 54%
Cholesterol 65.26mg 32%
Sodium 696.85mg 43%
Potassium 80.98mg 3%
Total Carbs 16.54g 8%
Sugars 0.39g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0.63g 4%
Protein 9.09g 27%
Vitamin C 2.2mg 6%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 9%
Iron 0.5mg 4%
Calcium 171mg 25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 12
    Points
  • 13
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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