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Blackened Shrimp and Old Bay-Seasoned Mashed Potatoes

Blackened Shrimp and Old Bay-Seasoned Mashed Potatoes

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Crispy blackened shrimp is perfect pairing over this recipe for mashed potatoes with Old Bay seasoning. This recipe uses russet potatoes for a potato base with fluffy, velvety texture. Simple and comforting, dinner is ready in just 35 minutes!
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Keyword Blackened Shrimp, Fish Dinner, Mashed Potatoes, Old Bay, Potato
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Author Marley Goldin

Equipment

Ingredients

Old Bay Blackening Seasoning

  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Blackened Shrimp and Old Bay-Seasoned Mashed Potatoes

  • ½ pound of medium-sized fresh shrimp, de-veined
  • 2 large russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons coconut or olive oil
  • ½ cup milk skim, reduced fat, whole, or full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or margarine
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • 2 scallions for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of Old Bay Seasoning, 1 tablespoon paprika,1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon thyme, and set aside.
    2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, ½ teaspoon thyme, ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Peel your shrimp, discard the shells, and blot dry with a paper towel. Add the peeled shrimp to a medium-sized bowl or freezer bag with 1 tablespoon of the Old Bay Blackening Seasoning you made in step 1 and toss to coat. Let it marinate while you peel your potatoes.
    ½ pound of medium-sized fresh shrimp, de-veined
  • Peel your potatoes and discard the peel. Cut each potato into 4 pieces to reduce cooking time. Once your water has come to a rolling boil, add potatoes, cover, and cook until you can easily pierce them with a fork, about 20-25 minutes.
    2 large russet potatoes
  • Add 2 tablespoons of oil to a cast-iron skillet (preferred) on a nonstick pan. Turn the heat up to medium and allow oil to heat for 2 minutes.
    2 tablespoons coconut or olive oil
  • Make sure the shrimp is completely coated in the Old Bay Blackening Seasoning. Add the shrimp to your cast iron skillet and cook for two minutes on each side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and place it on a clean plate.
  • Drain the potatoes and add them to a large bowl. Use a potato masher or fork to mash your potatoes down and remove all the lumps.
    With a whisk or a hand mixer on low, whip the potatoes while adding the milk, butter, and 1 teaspoon of Old Bay Seasoning. Start with 1/4 cup of milk, and add more until you have a light and airy texture.
    Note: you may not need all 1/2 cup of milk.
    ½ cup milk, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or margarine, 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • Dice the green part of your scallions. Serve the mashed potatoes in a shallow bowl with shrimp on top, and garnish with fresh scallions.
    2 scallions for garnish

Notes

  • Add a pinch of salt to your boiling water to help bring the temperature up quicker.
  • To get the smoothest potatoes, make sure you leave no skin on the potatoes, and cut out any bruises or bumps
  • For a more sustainable option, consider these bamboo paper towels.
  • I adore Old Bay Seasoning, especially with fries or corn!
  • If you have leftover mashed potatoes and want to breathe new life into them, check out this Twice Baked Mashed Potato Casserole from Leftover Mashed Potatoes.