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Ruby Tuesday New Orleans Seafood Recipe
Delilah Cooks

Ruby Tuesday New Orleans Seafood Recipe

Ruby Tuesday New Orleans Seafood Recipe is a rich, flavorful, and restaurant-style seafood dish. This homemade version brings bold Southern taste right into your kitchen.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American Southern / Cajun
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup scallops optional
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Method
 

Cooking Instructions for Ruby Tuesday New Orleans Seafood Recipe
    Prepare the Seafood
    1. Wash shrimp and scallops under cold water. Pat them dry using a paper towel. Keep seafood ready in a clean bowl for cooking.
    Heat the Pan
    1. Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add butter and olive oil. Let it melt slowly until it becomes hot and slightly foamy.
    Cook the Aromatics
    1. Add chopped onion and garlic to the pan. Stir gently for two to three minutes. Cook until soft and fragrant but not burned.
    Add the Seafood
    1. Place shrimp and scallops into the skillet. Cook for about four to five minutes. Stir until shrimp turns pink and seafood becomes tender.
    Add Seasonings
    1. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Mix well so the spices coat the seafood evenly for strong flavor.
    Pour the Liquid Base
    1. Add chicken broth slowly into the pan. Stir gently to combine with spices and seafood juices. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
    Add Creamy Texture
    1. Pour in heavy cream slowly while stirring. This creates a smooth and rich sauce. Keep heat low to avoid curdling the cream.
    Add Cheese and Lemon
    1. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Add lemon juice for fresh flavor. Mix everything until sauce becomes thick and creamy.
    Simmer the Dish
    1. Let the seafood cook in sauce for another two to three minutes. This helps all flavors blend together perfectly.
    Finish and Garnish
    1. Turn off the heat. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top. Serve hot with rice, pasta, or bread for best taste

    Notes

    • Use fresh shrimp for best flavor
    • Do not overcook seafood
    • Keep heat medium to low
    • Use real butter for richness
    • Adjust spice level to taste
    • Fresh garlic gives better aroma
    • Add lemon at the end
    • Stir gently to avoid breaking seafood