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Cajun Potato Salad

Cajun Potato Salad
I created this recipe myself and think you'll find it's the most unique potato salad you've ever tasted. With the addition of shrimp, it's practically hearty enough to be a main dish.
8-10 ServingsPrep: 35 min. Cook: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 5 medium red potatoes
  • 6 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons seafood seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 pound medium uncooked shrimp
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • Additional salt to taste

Directions

  • Place the potatoes in a large saucepan or Dutch oven; add the water,
  • seafood seasoning and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and
  • simmer for 25 minutes.
  • Add the shrimp; cover and cook for 5 minutes or until shrimp turn
  • pink and potatoes are tender. Drain. Peel and dice the potatoes.
  • Peel and devein the shrimp; cut into pieces.
  • In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, shrimp, onions and pimientos.
  • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar. Add to
  • the potato mixture and gently toss to coat. Season with additional
  • salt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Yield: 8-10 servings.
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Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 158 calories, 9 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 71 mg cholesterol, 1,447 mg sodium, 10 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 8 g protein.
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