Cajun Spiced Shrimps

Turn up the heat with these bold and flavorful Cajun Spiced Shrimps, a quick and easy recipe that delivers restaurant-quality taste in just 15 minutes! Packed with zesty Cajun seasoning, smoky paprika, and a hint of garlic, these succulent shrimp are pan-seared to perfection, creating a flavorful crust that pairs beautifully with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Perfect as a standalone appetizer or served over rice, pasta, or greens, this versatile dish is a dinner table favorite. With minimal prep time and pantry-friendly ingredients, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests with effortless flair. Garnished with fresh parsley, these shrimp are as visually stunning as they are delicious! Keywords: Cajun shrimp recipe, quick Cajun dinner, spicy shrimp appetizer, easy skillet shrimp, Cajun seasoning recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Paprika (optional, for extra smokiness)
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika (if using), and salt.

Step 2

Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss well to evenly coat the shrimp in the spice mixture.

Step 3

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Once the skillet is hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and opaque.

Step 5

Flip the shrimp over and cook for an additional 2 minutes on the other side until fully cooked through.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the shrimp with fresh lemon juice.

Step 7

Transfer the shrimp to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley.

Step 8

Serve immediately as an appetizer or alongside rice, pasta, or a fresh salad for a main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(515.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	741.6

Total Fat 29.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 885.8mg	0%
Sodium 4428.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 0.6g
Protein 109.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 187.1mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 1254.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.9%

Protein: 58.8%

Carbs: 5.3%