Description
Smoky, spicy, and bursting with Southern charm, these Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skewers are grilled to perfection with corn, potatoes, and a rich Cajun butter.
Ingredients
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For the Cajun Butter:
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6 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 tbsp chili powder
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2 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp cayenne pepper
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1 pinch red pepper flakes
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp dried thyme
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½ tsp oregano
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For the Skewers:
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1 lb baby potatoes (red or yellow)
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1 lb smoked andouille sausage, sliced
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4 ears corn, each cut into 4–6 pieces
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1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
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Lemon wedges, for serving
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Instructions
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Make Cajun Butter: Melt butter, stir in spices, and simmer briefly. Set aside.
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Boil Potatoes: Cook until just fork-tender, drain, and cool.
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Assemble Skewers: Thread shrimp, sausage, potatoes, and corn onto skewers.
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Season: Brush skewers with Cajun butter and season with salt and pepper.
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Grill: Cook skewers over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and everything is charred.
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Serve: Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.
Notes
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Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling.
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Use chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option.
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Adjust cayenne to control the heat level.
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Extra Cajun butter can be used on grilled veggies or rice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Cajun, Southern