A plate of shrimp stew with okra, bell peppers, onions, and a tomato-based sauce, served with a fork on the side.

Saucy Cajun Shrimp Skillet

Serves 4
Total Time 21 minutes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil 
1 pound large shrimp, thawed/peeled/deveined
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup yellow onion, chopped
1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup frozen cut okra
½ cup corn 
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
⅓ cup Kikkoman® Umami Joy Sauce
⅓ cup chicken stock  

For Serving
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped 

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. While oil heats, season shrimp in a medium mixing bowl with paprika, thyme, garlic powder, cayenne, and black pepper. Stir to coat.  
  2. Add shrimp to the hot skillet and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer shrimp to a bowl.  
  3. Melt butter in the skillet and add onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3 minutes. Add okra and corn and cook 2 minutes longer.  
  4. Return shrimp to skillet and add Umami Joy Sauce and chicken stock. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir and simmer for 2 minutes longer. Enjoy hot garnished with fresh parsley. 
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