Fiery Cajun Shrimp
Elevate your dinner menu with this irresistible Fiery Cajun Shrimp recipe, a bold and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Perfectly seasoned with a tantalizing blend of Cajun spices, smoked paprika, and a kick of crushed red pepper flakes, these tender shrimp are sautéed in a luscious combination of olive oil, butter, and garlic, then brightened with a splash of fresh lemon juice. Garnished with vibrant parsley, this dish is as stunning as it is delicious. Whether served as a standalone appetizer or paired with rice, pasta, or crusty bread for a satisfying main course, this quick and easy recipe is guaranteed to ignite your taste buds. Looking for a weeknight win or a crowd-pleasing party hit? Fiery Cajun Shrimp fits the bill every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water, pat them dry with paper towels, and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle this spice mixture evenly over the shrimp, tossing to coat thoroughly.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt completely.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Carefully add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and toss to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the shrimp with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately as is, or pair with rice, pasta, or a side of crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.8 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 919 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 4669 mg | 203% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 110.3 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1352 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.
