Recreate one of the signature dishes at Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is, of course, the Bubba Gump Shrimp. While this recipe may have been inspired by the movie Forest Grump, I know you are going to love this menu item.
This dish features tender, succulent shrimp that are sautéed in a garlic butter sauce and served with jasmine rice. Shrimp lovers will rejoice when you recreate this American classic for dinner.
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Why is Spicy Cajun Barbecue Shrimp so good?
When you hear barbecue shrimp, you might think it is cooked on a barbeque grill. It is known for its bold and spicy flavors. This is a dish that is a famous shrimp dish from New Orleans. The restaurant Pascale Manale is believed to have created this dish.
If you want to enjoy a meal with seafood lovers, I highly recommend going to that restaurant. Their barbeque shrimp features a wonderful spicy New Orleans sauce that is irresistible.
The shrimp used in this dish are typically large, head-on shrimp that are sautéed with a blend of spices, including garlic, cayenne pepper, paprika, and black pepper. The butter sauce is then added to the pan, along with a splash of Worcestershire sauce and some fresh lemon juice, which helps balance the heat and adds a tangy note to the dish.
Why You Should Try This Recipe
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.’s Shrimp is a succulent and flavorful dish that is both spicy and buttery. The dish is often served with crusty French bread or rice to soak up all the delicious flavors of the sauce. Barbecue shrimp is a popular dish in many New Orleans restaurants and is often served as an appetizer or main course.
Forest Gump Shrimp Ingredients
Here’s what you need:
- Butter
- Oregano
- Garlic
- Cayenne pepper
- Large shrimp
Ingredient Substitutions and Variations for Shrimp Cajun Style
- Substitute cayenne pepper with pre-made Cajun seasoning.
- Add parsley and thyme for more herbal flavors.
- Add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce for additional depth of flavor.
- I have to mention my favorite shrimp seasoning; my favorite is Paul Prudhommes Shrimp Magic
- Add a tablespoon of lemon juice for extra lemony flavor.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top.
- Add a tablespoon of chopped white onions to the sauce for extra flavor; not part of their recipe, but it’s pretty tasty.
How to Make Bubba Gump Cajun Shrimp
There isn’t much preparation time involved. The most time-consuming task would be peeling and deveining shrimp, but you can eliminate that by buying shrimp already peeled and deveined.
Here are the simple recipe steps for this shrimp preparation:
- Peel and devein the shrimp if needed. Rinse and drain on paper towels.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat on the stove.
- Add all spice ingredients and stir to combine.
- Cook until hot but not smoking.
- Add shrimp to the pan and stir occasionally.
- Simmer until shrimp turn pink and are just done about 5 minutes.
- Taste and season with salt and black pepper if desired.
- Transfer the shrimp and sauce to a large bowl and serve with lemon wedges.
What to Serve with Cajun Shrimp
A fresh baguette, toasted bread, especially sourdough, is great for sopping up all the buttery sauce. It’s a little bit of heaven!
You can complete the meal with steamed or your favorite type of rice, mashed potatoes, and a vegetable such as air-fried broccoli or grilled corn on the cob.
How to Store Leftover Cajun Style Shrimp
You should store any leftover Cajun style shrimp in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to three days.
How to Reheat Bubba Gump Shrimp
I like to reheat this by placing the leftover shrimp and sauce into a saucepan and heating it on low heat until warmed through. I find when I reheat this in the microwave the butter spatters and it the shrimp can overcook.
Love Cajun and Creole food? Check out these favorites
- Cajun Shrimp with Grits
- Cajun Shrimp
- Shrimp Gumbo
- Shrimp Remoulade
- Spicy Jambalaya
- How to Make Cajun Rice
- Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Delicious Shrimp Recipes
- Air Fried Shrimp Tempura
- Coconut Shrimp Sauce
- DIY Honey Walnut Shrimp
- Olive Garden Shrimp Scampi Fritta
- Shrimp Alexander
- Shrimp Cocktail Sauce
Be sure to take a look at more of my easy seafood recipes and the best casual dining restaurant copycat recipes.
Thanks to Kachurr50 for sharing this shrimp recipe.
Bubba Gump Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 24 pieces large shrimp
Instructions
- Place all ingredients except the shrimp into a large skillet.
- Cook on medium heat until the butter is melted and hot.
- Add shrimp and stir occasionally. Cook until the shrimp are pink and just done, about 5 minutes.
Kevin
I like this recipe as more of a base. I usually add some diced onion before the garlic and then at least a can of diced tomatoes (depending on preference) in shortly after the garlic. Give it a little time to simmer before adding the shrimp.
Eric
Awesome recipe so easy to cook will do again and again well done
Vany
I followed exactly the recipe but I put chicken bullion for flavor It was good
Richard
Try using shell-on shrimp, the flavor really comes out!
The best flavors from shrimp come from the shell! Don’t be lazy, just use de-headed shrimp in the shells and the flavor will pop! Besides, much of the fun in eating shrimp is in the dirty hands while conversing with friends and drinking a few brews! Give it a try!
Raul Acevedo
Very very good!! Super tasty!
BG
Haven’t tried the flavor or texture, worked for Bubba Gump for several years in high rank position, does not look like our prep. It could work tho….
Alyssa
Can you tell a crazy pregnant lady the shrimp and grits recipe???
Ronnie
Terrible. Followed instructions! My husband will eat anything I cook. He didn’t like this at all! Awful! Sorry.
Stephanie
I am sorry you didn’t like the recipe.
Vany
Try it again he will love it just add chicken bullion for flavor
Karen Cook
How to “Subscribe”? Can’t find it.
Tina
This recipe is NOT a Copy-Cat of Bubba Gumps….. not at all like theirs
Stephanie
I am sorry you did not enjoy this recipe.
Larry
Who cares! It’s amazing copy-cat or not!
Jb
Delicious!
Sadie
I know you posted this recipe several years ago, but I just found it through Pinterest last night and made it today. It is AMAZING! I served it over angel hair pasta and thoroughly enjoyed every bite. Thank you for sharing the recipe.
Stephanie
I am glad you liked it!
Suzanne
I use the Costco peeled shrimp package!! Butter, minced garlic and the rest of the herbs and spices. Turns out awesome every time!! And so fast!! Easy least recipe and delicious!!
Stephanie
I am glad you enjoyed this recipe!