A colorful medley of large Cajun-spiced shrimps, sun-yellow corn kernels, and bursts of ruby red tomatoes, presented in a shallow bowl. Garnished with thinly sliced scallions and a drizzle of hot sauce, the dish pops with authentic Cajun color and vibrancy.

Cajun Spiced Shrimp with Corn and Tomato Succotash

Name: Cajun Spiced Shrimp with Corn and Tomato Succotash
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds Shrimp peeled and deveined; 3 ears Fresh sweet corn kernels cut off; 2 Vine-ripened tomatoes chopped; 1 Red bell pepper diced; 1 Jalapeno seeded and minced; 2 Garlic cloves minced; 2 Scallion thinly sliced; 4 tablespoons Olive oil; 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning; 2 tablespoons Hot sauce; 1 Lime cut into wedges; to taste Salt

Juicy shrimp in a fiery succotash of summer hues.

Category Main Course

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style American

Technique Stir-Frying

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily recipe · August 11, 2024

A little about this dish

This delightful dish combines fresh seafood with fiery Cajun spices for a unique yet irresistible interplay of flavors. Abundant in sweet summer corn and juicy vine-ripened tomatoes accentuated with an extra kick from homemade Cajun hot sauce, this dish beams with seasonal freshness and bold flavors.

Ingredients (for 4)

Shrimp — 1.5 pounds — peeled and deveined
Fresh sweet corn — 3 ears — kernels cut off
Vine-ripened tomatoes — 2 — chopped
Red bell pepper — 1 — diced
Jalapeno — 1 — seeded and minced
Garlic cloves — 2 — minced
Scallion — 2 — thinly sliced
Olive oil — 4 tablespoons
Cajun seasoning — 1 tablespoon
Hot sauce — 2 tablespoons
Lime — 1 — cut into wedges
Salt — to taste

Preparation

Step 1 — 🍤🥣🧂

In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning and a pinch of salt.
Step 2 — 🔥🍳🍤

Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until it turns pink. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
Step 3 — 🥘🌶️🌽

In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil, then the garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeno, stirring until softened.
Step 4 — 🍅🌽🧂

Add the corn, chopped tomatoes, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the tomatoes have softened and the flavors meld together.
Step 5 — 🍤🥘⏲️

Return the shrimp to the pan, stirring to combine with the succotash. Simmer for another 2 minutes.
Step 6 — 🍽️🌶️🍋

To serve, divide the succotash among four plates. Garnish with sliced scallions, drizzle with hot sauce, and finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

A final fox tip

This dish offers a great way to incorporate seafood into your diet! The homemade Cajun hot sauce can be bottled and kept in the fridge for up to a month, perfect for spicing up meals. If you're looking to get your kids involved, they can help with shelling the corn, stir-frying the succotash under supervision, or even setting the table. Enjoy!