Love bold and spicy food? Then you’ll enjoy this Ruth’s Chris Voodoo Shrimp Recipe. It’s one of the most popular appetizers from the famous steakhouse.
The shrimp is cooked in a creamy, spicy sauce that’s full of flavor. You don’t need fancy skills to make it—just a few simple steps.
This dish tastes great and looks fancy, but it’s easy to make. The sauce has butter, garlic, and Cajun spice—perfect with juicy shrimp.
Whether you’re cooking for your family or guests, this Ruth’s Chris Voodoo Shrimp Recipe will be a hit.
The first time I tried the Ruth’s Chris Voodoo Shrimp Recipe, I couldn’t stop eating it. The shrimp was spicy and buttery with so much flavor.
I knew I had to try making it at home. Now, it’s a favorite in my kitchen.
You’ll need
- A frying pan or skillet
- A bowl for mixing
- A small pot for the sauce
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tongs or a spoon
- Plate for serving
Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and cleaned)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-step directions:
- Mix shrimp with Cajun spice, paprika, garlic, and onion powder.
- Heat butter and oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink.
- Take shrimp out and set aside.
- In the same pan, cook garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add cream, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir well.
- Let the sauce cook for 2 minutes.
- Add shrimp back into the pan and stir.
- Cook for 2 more minutes until coated.
- Add green onions and serve hot.
Tips:
- Add more hot sauce if you like it spicy.
- Don’t overcook shrimp—they should be soft and pink.
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
- Let the sauce cook longer if you want it thicker.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
What to serve
- Garlic bread is great for dipping into the creamy sauce.
- Steamed veggies like broccoli or green beans make a healthy side.
- Rice or rice pilaf pairs well with the rich shrimp sauce.
Conclusion
The Ruth’s Chris Voodoo Shrimp Recipe is spicy, creamy, and super tasty. You can make it easily at home with simple ingredients. Try it once, and you’ll want to make it again and again!
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Ruth’s Chris Voodoo Shrimp Recipe
Equipment
- A frying pan or skillet
- A bowl for mixing
- A small pot for the sauce
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tongs or a spoon
- Plate for serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and cleaned
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 garlic cloves chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce or to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix shrimp with Cajun spice, paprika, garlic, and onion powder.
- Heat butter and oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink.
- Take shrimp out and set aside.
- In the same pan, cook garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add cream, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir well.
- Let the sauce cook for 2 minutes.
- Add shrimp back into the pan and stir.
- Cook for 2 more minutes until coated.
- Add green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Add more hot sauce if you like it spicy.
- Don’t overcook shrimp—they should be soft and pink.
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
- Let the sauce cook longer if you want it thicker.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
