Description
This Easy Cajun Blackened Shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. The shrimp are coated in a spicy Cajun seasoning mix and cooked until blackened and juicy. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a burst of citrusy flavor.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry: Use paper towels to remove excess moisture from the shrimp.
- Coat shrimp with olive oil: Toss shrimp in a bowl with olive oil.
- Mix Cajun seasoning: In a small bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Season shrimp: Sprinkle seasoning mixture over shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
- Cook shrimp: Heat a skillet or cast iron pan, add shrimp in a single layer, cook 2-3 minutes per side until blackened and opaque.
- Serve: Remove from pan and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For spicier shrimp, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Serve with rice, salads, tacos, or as an appetizer.
- Pre-made Cajun seasoning can be used for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg
