Vegan Cajun Shrimp
Transform your dinner table with this bold and flavorful Vegan Cajun Shrimp recipe—an ingenious plant-based twist on the classic seafood dish! Made from tender hearts of palm, this vegan-friendly creation perfectly mimics the texture of shrimp while soaking up the rich blend of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder. The hearts of palm are marinated for a burst of southern-inspired spice, then sautéed to golden perfection in vegan butter for a wonderfully savory finish. Garnished with fresh parsley and green onions, this dish is as vibrant as it is delicious. Serve it hot as an appetizer, atop fluffy rice, or with your favorite vegan dipping sauce for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress. Quick to prepare and packed with plant-based flavor, this recipe is perfect for vegan Cajun lovers and seafood substitutes alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Hearts of palm
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 stalks Green onion, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Vegan butter
Instructions
Drain and rinse the hearts of palm, then cut them into approximately 1/2-inch thick rounds, resembling shrimp slices.
In a bowl, combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, soy sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form the marinade.
Add the hearts of palm slices to the marinade and toss gently to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the vegan butter. Once melted, add the marinated hearts of palm pieces to the skillet.
Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the hearts of palm are lightly browned and heated through.
Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley and green onion on top for garnish.
Serve the Vegan Cajun Shrimp hot as an appetizer, over rice, or with your favorite vegan dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.5 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9472 mg | 412% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1214 mg | 26% | |
*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.
