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
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 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

Category Main Course

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style American

Technique Stir-Frying

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily Recipe: August 11, 2024

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.

Additional

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!