Sauteed Cajun Shrimp
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this bold and flavorful Sautéed Cajun Shrimp recipe. Perfectly seasoned with a zesty Cajun spice blend and infused with the aroma of sautéed garlic, these juicy shrimp come together in just 20 minutes, making it the ultimate quick and easy meal. A touch of lemon juice brightens the dish, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. Whether served over fluffy rice, tossed with pasta, or alongside a crisp green salad, this versatile shrimp dish is sure to impress. Ideal for seafood lovers, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort—perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter to the skillet and let it melt and combine.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Place the seasoned shrimp into the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp and sprinkle the remaining 0.5 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning for an extra kick of flavor.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the shrimp with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately as is, or pair with rice, pasta, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.5 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 888 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 4078 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 109.9 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1330 mg | 28% | |
*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.
