Voodoo Shrimp is a New Orleans-inspired one-pan shrimp dish featuring fresh shrimp simmered in a boldly spiced tomato-based sauce with cayenne, paprika, and aromatics, plated over creamy mashed potatoes. The standout trait is its deep, warming spice and velvety sauce that coats both shrimp and potatoes.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, add 26 oz cubed potatoes. Microwave for 10 minutes.
On medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp minced garlic, and 2 oz diced onion to a pan. Stir fry for 1 minute.
Stir in 12 oz peeled shrimp. Cook for another 3 minutes.
Add 6 oz diced tomato and cook for 2 minutes.
In the same pan, add 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp brown sugar, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp all-purpose flour, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tbsp tomato paste. Stir fry for 2 minutes.
Pour in 1/3 cup of water and simmer for another 1 minute.
Remove from heat. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped basil.
Make the mashed potatoes by combining cooked potatoes, 3 tbsp butter, 1 cup whole milk, and 2 tbsp heavy cream in a pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Use a stick blender to blend the ingredients until silky smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl.
Serve voodoo shrimp with mashed potatoes. Garnish with 2 tbsp parsley. Enjoy.
Store cooked voodoo shrimp and mashed potatoes separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat shrimp gently on the stovetop over low heat with a splash of water; reheat potatoes with a splash of milk.
microwave-safe bowl · stick blender
Yes. Thaw frozen shrimp completely and pat dry before adding to the pan in step 3 to avoid excess moisture and ensure even cooking.
Shrimp is done when it turns opaque and firm, about 3 minutes in step 3. Overcooked shrimp becomes rubbery, so watch timing closely.
Yes. Prepare them up to 4 hours ahead, store in an airtight container in the fridge, then reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk before serving.
Use half-and-half, sour cream, or omit it entirely for a lighter version. The result will be slightly less rich but still creamy.
Yes. It contains 1 tsp cayenne pepper for medium heat. Reduce cayenne to 1/2 tsp for milder flavor, or omit for non-spicy versions.
