Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Cabbage Bowls
Tender roasted cabbage bowls filled with juicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp, smoky beef sausage, bell peppers, onions, and garlic for a flavorful Southern-inspired dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Ingredients
1 large green cabbage
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 oz smoked beef sausage, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup chicken broth or water
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish.
2. Cut cabbage into thick portions and shape into bowls.
3. Brush with olive oil, season, add broth, cover, and bake for 20 minutes.
4. Brown sliced sausage in a skillet for 4–6 minutes.
5. Cook bell peppers and onion for 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and seasonings.
6. Season shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until opaque.
7. Combine shrimp, sausage, vegetables, lemon juice, and half the parsley.
8. Fill softened cabbage bowls with the mixture.
9. Bake uncovered for 10–15 minutes until cabbage is tender.
10. Garnish with remaining parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Adjust Cajun seasoning and cayenne to taste.
Use smoked beef sausage and check labels for dietary preferences.
Add cooked rice for a heartier filling.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
Reheat covered in the oven at 325°F until heated through.
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