Louisiana Shrimp Esplanade 24 large fresh shrimp 12 ounces butter 1 tablespoon puréed garlic 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon black pepper 8 ounces beer 4 cups cooked white rice 1/2 cup finely chopped scallions Wash shrimp and leave in the shell. Melt butter in a large frying pan and stir in the garlic, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Add shrimp and shake the pan to immerse the shrimp in butter, then sauté over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes until they turn pink. Next, pour in the beer and stir for a further minute, then remove from the heat. Shell and devein the shrimp and arrange on a bed of rice. Pour the pan juices on top and garnish with chopped scallion. Serve immediately.