Fatboy's Recipes
Louisiana Volcano Shrimp
Louisiana Volcano Shrimp This dish is served over pasta, and received it's name because it is HOT and erupts in your mouth. I tried this in New Orleans once and had to dissect the memory to get the recipe right.
Ingredients
  • Pasta (prepare per the package directions)

For preparing the sauce you need:

  • 2 Tablespoons of Fresh Ginger, Peeled and Finely Chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon of sugar
  • 2 1/2 Tablespoons of black bean & garlic sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon of oyster-flavored sauce
  • 1/2 Teaspoon of white pepper
  • 1 Cup of water

For preparing the shrimp you need:

  • 1 Tablespoon of Canola oil
  • 1 Tablespoon of onions, finely chopped
  • 1 Teaspoon of garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/8 Teaspoon of hot red pepper
  • 8 Large shrimp, peeled and de-veined, but leave the tails on
  • 1 Pinch of Flour
  • 1/4 Cup of Volcano Sauce (prepared earlier)
  • 1 Tablespoon Of scallions, finely chopped
Cooking Instructions
  • Prepare the pasta per the package directions
  • Prepare the Volcano Sauce by pouring the ingredients into a container and mixing well
  • Pour the canola oil into a skillet and set on medium heat.
  • Place the onions and garlic in the skillet and sauté for approx. 3 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp and hot red pepper and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes on each side.
  • Add the flour, which will help thicken the sauce, and stir.
  • Pour the Volcano Sauce over the shrimp and cook for approx. 2 to 3 minutes depending upon the size of the shrimp.
  • Place pasta on the plate, and pour the shrimp and Volcano Sauce over the pasta.
  • Sprinkle the scallions on top.
Comments Makes only one (1) servings so scale this to suit the number of people coming over.