Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the most explosive seafood dish that will transport you straight to the heart of Louisiana! This Beer Braised Shrimp with Louisiana Salsa isn't just a recipe - it's a culinary adventure that combines the bold flavors of the Gulf Coast with a mouthwatering beer-infused sauce that will make your dinner guests beg for seconds. In just 35 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality meal that's both incredibly easy and impossibly delicious!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Louisiana
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup beer
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Hot sauce to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp, 1 cup of beer, 1 cup of diced tomatoes, 1 diced onion, 1 diced bell pepper, 2 minced cloves of garlic, and hot sauce to taste.
- In a large skillet or saucepan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent the garlic from burning.
- Pour in the cup of beer, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and incorporate any browned bits into the sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
- Carefully add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the sauce. Cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough.
- Once the shrimp are cooked, taste the sauce and add hot sauce to your desired level of spiciness. Stir well to incorporate the hot sauce.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let the dish rest for a couple of minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to settle.
- Serve the beer-braised shrimp with Louisiana salsa over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Enjoy your meal!
Tips
- • For the most tender shrimp, be extremely careful not to overcook - they should turn pink and opaque in just 3-5 minutes • Choose a light, crisp beer like a pilsner or lager for the best flavor profile • Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the most authentic taste • If you prefer extra heat, add more hot sauce or include some diced jalapeños in the salsa • Serve immediately after cooking to enjoy the shrimp at their most succulent • For a complete meal, pair with white rice or crusty French bread to soak up the flavorful sauce • If you can't find fresh shrimp, high-quality frozen shrimp can work as a substitute
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 177kcal
Carbohydrates: 11g
Protein: 24g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 150mg
