Cajun Style Shrimp
Savor the bold, zesty flavors of Cajun Style Shrimp, a quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Succulent shrimp are coated in a mouthwatering blend of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic, and a touch of fresh lemon juice, then seared to perfection in a sizzling skillet. With just 20 minutes from prep to plate, this gluten-free and protein-packed dish offers the ideal balance of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors. Serve it as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or pair it with rice, pasta, or crusty bread for a satisfying main course. Bursting with vibrant aroma and garnished with fresh parsley, this Cajun shrimp recipe delivers a restaurant-quality experience right in your kitchen. Perfect for spice lovers, it’s a one-pan wonder that’s as versatile as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine shrimp, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the shrimp is evenly coated with the seasoning blend.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, until pink and slightly charred.
Flip the shrimp and add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp is fully cooked and opaque.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and stir to coat evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the shrimp with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately as an appetizer or over rice, pasta, or alongside crusty bread for a main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
963 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.2 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 948 mg | 316% | |
| Sodium | 6019 mg | 262% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 110.3 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1361 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
