Louisiana Garlic Shrimp

Transport your taste buds straight to the heart of the South with this savory Louisiana Garlic Shrimp recipe! Packed with juicy, sautéed shrimp bathed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, this dish gets its signature zing from bold Cajun seasoning and a hint of smoked paprika. A splash of fresh lemon juice adds just the right amount of brightness, while a simmer in chicken or vegetable broth deepens the flavors to perfection. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy crowd-pleaser is perfect served over fluffy white rice or paired with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the smoky, buttery sauce. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this Southern-inspired recipe is a flavorful weeknight dinner or party favorite that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 servings cooked white rice or crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

1. Clean the shrimp by peeling and deveining them, then pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

2. In a large skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

4. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, allowing the spices to lightly toast for 30 seconds.

Step 5

5. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until pink and opaque.

Step 6

6. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and fresh lemon juice. Stir and let the mixture come to a gentle simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 7

7. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot over white rice or alongside crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1033.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1536.7

Total Fat 64.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 981.3mg	0%
Sodium 2316.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 121.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 403.3mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 1477.8mg	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: 37.2%

Protein: 31.2%

Carbs: 31.5%