Paleo Blackened Shrimp
Get ready to spice up your dinner with this bold and flavorful Paleo Blackened Shrimp recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a robust blend of smoked paprika, garlic, onion powder, dried herbs, and a touch of cayenne, these juicy shrimp are cooked to perfection in just minutes. Using a cast-iron skillet to achieve the signature blackened crust, this paleo-friendly dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor in an easy-to-make, quick-cooking recipe that's ready in under 15 minutes. Garnished with vibrant fresh parsley and a zesty squeeze of lemon, it's an irresistible seafood dish that pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice, roasted veggies, or a simple salad. Healthy, gluten-free, and bursting with spicy, smoky goodness, this shrimp recipe is a must-try for anyone craving a quick and delicious weeknight meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a seasoning blend.
Place the shrimp in a large bowl or ziplock bag and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to ensure the shrimp is evenly coated with oil.
Sprinkle the seasoning blend over the shrimp, making sure each piece is generously coated with the spices.
Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the shrimp in the skillet in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are opaque and have a nice blackened crust.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and transfer them to a serving platter.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the shrimp at the table.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1696 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 110.9 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1464 mg | 31% | |
*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.
