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!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and toss them in the spice mixture until evenly coated.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the butter and allow it to melt.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until fully cooked and opaque in the center.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Sprinkle chopped parsley (if using) for added freshness and garnish.

Step 8

Serve the shrimp immediately with your choice of rice, pasta, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(568.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	961.4

Total Fat 54.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 919.3mg	0%
Sodium 3682.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.3g
Protein 110.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 369.0mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1441.7mg	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: 49.5%

Protein: 45.1%

Carbs: 5.4%