Ragin Cajun Shrimp
Get ready to spice up your dinner table with this bold and flavorful Ragin Cajun Shrimp recipe! Bursting with Louisiana-inspired seasonings, these perfectly tender shrimp are coated in a zesty blend of Cajun spices, paprika, garlic, and just a kick of cayenne for heat. Sautéed to perfection in olive oil and melted butter, the shrimp soak up the tangy freshness of deglazed lemon juice, creating a mouthwatering sauce that pairs beautifully with fluffy rice or stands alone as a savory appetizer. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy dish is a powerhouse of bold flavors, garnished with fresh parsley for an irresistible finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or party platters, it’s a must-try for seafood lovers craving a Cajun kick!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on optional)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 whole lemon (juiced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with the Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the shrimp are evenly coated with the spices.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, until they begin to turn pink.
Flip the shrimp and add the unsalted butter to the skillet. Allow the butter to melt and coat the shrimp, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and opaque.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice to deglaze the pan, scraping up any flavorful bits stuck to the bottom.
Transfer the shrimp to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve immediately over cooked rice for a complete meal, or enjoy on its own as a spicy seafood appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1481 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.4 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 948 mg | 316% | |
| Sodium | 6021 mg | 262% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.3 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 120.7 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1474 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.
