Cajun Shrimp Loaded Baked Potato Recipe: Creamy, Spicy, and Irresistible!
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cajun Shrimp Loaded Baked Potato recipe! Packed with bold flavors, creamy textures, and a kick of Cajun spice, this dish is perfect for a hearty dinner or a special occasion. Follow our step-by-step guide to create a restaurant-quality meal right in your kitchen.
Ingredients:
Potato & Stuffing:
- 4 large potatoes
- ½ lb. medium shrimp, peeled & deveined, tails on (save shells for stock)
- ½ cup crawfish tail meat
- 8 oz Italian 6 cheese blend, shredded
- 2 tbsp. cooking oil
- Olive oil
- Slap Ya Mama Original Blend Cajun Seasoning, to taste
Sherry Cream Sauce:
- 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium shallots, diced
- ¼ cup brandy (flambéed optional)
- 2 cups sherry wine
- 1 cup shrimp stock
- ¼ cup crawfish juice (drained from packaging)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup crawfish tail meat
- ½ cup green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Preparation:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Start by preparing the Sherry Cream Sauce. In a pot over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and sauté the garlic and shallots for 2 minutes. Add the brandy and flambé (optional but highly recommended for extra flavor). Stir in the sherry wine, shrimp stock, and crawfish juice, reducing the mixture significantly. Pour in the heavy whipping cream and let it simmer until smooth. Incorporate the remaining butter and crawfish tail meat, cooking for an additional 2 minutes. The sauce should resemble the consistency of Alfredo sauce. Adjust thickness with chicken stock or cream if needed.
Next, prepare the potatoes. Bake them at 400°F for 45 minutes or until tender. Split them open and top with the Sherry Cream Sauce and shredded cheese blend. Return to the oven for 6-8 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown.
Plating: Spoon the sauce onto the center of each plate, place the loaded potato on top, and drizzle with extra sauce. Garnish with sliced green onions for a fresh finish. Serve immediately and enjoy this Cajun-inspired masterpiece!
