Fiery Cajun Shrimp Paula Deen
Spice up your dinner table with Fiery Cajun Shrimp, Paula Deen's bold and flavorful take on a Southern classic! This quick and easy recipe combines succulent large shrimp with a robust blend of Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and a kick of cayenne pepper. Sautéed to perfection in a sizzling mixture of olive oil and butter, these shrimp are finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice and a fresh sprinkle of parsley for a vibrant touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect served over fluffy rice or with warm French bread to soak up every drop of the irresistible sauce. Whether you're hosting a gathering or need a quick weeknight dinner, this dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for seafood lovers searching for a spicy, savory treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- French bread or rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Toss the shrimp in the seasoning mixture until evenly coated. Let the shrimp marinate for 5 minutes while you prepare the skillet.
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and sizzling.
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the shrimp with lemon juice. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top for garnish.
Serve immediately with warm French bread or over a bed of rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.6 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 230 mg | 77% | |
| Sodium | 561 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 29.2 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 386 mg | 8% | |
*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.
