Shrimp Cajun Style
Spice up your dinner plans with this bold and flavorful Shrimp Cajun Style recipe, a quick and easy dish that's bursting with zesty Southern charm! Perfectly seasoned with a robust blend of Cajun seasoning, smoky paprika, and a kick of cayenne pepper, these tender, succulent shrimp are seared to perfection in a buttery olive oil blend. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds brightness, while a sprinkle of chopped parsley provides the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve it over fluffy rice, al dente pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up every ounce of the rich, flavorful juices. This Cajun shrimp recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers craving a touch of Louisiana spice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and toss them in the spice mixture until evenly coated.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the butter and allow it to melt.
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, or until they start to turn pink and slightly charred around the edges.
Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until fully cooked and opaque in the center.
Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle fresh lemon juice over the shrimp.
Sprinkle chopped parsley (if using) for added freshness and garnish.
Serve the shrimp immediately with your choice of rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
961 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.1 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 919 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 3683 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 110.7 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 369 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1442 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.
