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Jorj Morgan

Creole Shrimp Roasted Spaghetti Squash Boats

A sophisticated, low-carb meal featuring delicate strands of roasted spaghetti squash as a vessel for jumbo shrimp bathed in a bold, lemony Creole butter sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 39 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

For the Squash
  • 1 whole spaghetti squash
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb jumbo shrimp 21 to 25 count, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Creole seasoning
  • 4 tablespoons butter 1/2 stick
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 large lemons
  • 2 tablespoons garlic minced (about 4 cloves)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Method
 

Roasting the Squash
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Pierce the squash with a fork and microwave on high for 2–3 minutes to soften.
  3. Cut the squash in half lengthwise, removing the seeds and pulp.
  4. Place the halves onto a baking sheet, skin-side down. Drizzle the flesh with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Flip the squash over and roast flesh-side down for 30–40 minutes or until soft.
Preparing the Creole Shrimp
  1. oss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes.
  2. In a pot over medium-low heat, combine the butter, olive oil, chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, and oregano.
  3. Simmer on low for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Add the chilled shrimp to the sauce. Increase heat to medium and cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 5 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Flip the roasted squash halves over (flesh-side up).
  2. Use a fork to pull the spaghetti-like strands from the squash.
  3. Divide the shrimp into the squash "boats" and pour the remaining Creole sauce over the top.
  4. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve immediately.