Spicy Cajun Shrimp Recipe
Easy, spicy, and flavorful Cajun Shrimp ready in just 5 minutes with only 4 ingredients. This delicious shrimp dish is perfect as an appetizer or served over noodles or fried rice for a quick and satisfying family dinner.
Servings: 4
Calories: 70kcal
Equipment
- 1 A deep bottom pan or skillet
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds large or jumbo shrimp peeled and de-veined
- 2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (recipe given in notes below)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoon oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Prep and marinate the shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a medium sized bowl, combine shrimp with Cajun seasoning and olive oil.
- Prepare the pan: Heat oil over medium heat in a skillet or pan, then add butter. Let the butter melt.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the pan in a single layer, leaving space between each piece. Don't overcrowd the pan! If necessary, cook the shrimp in batches to ensure they sear properly. This will give you crispy, delicious shrimp instead of steamed ones. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn opaque, curl slightly into a C-shape, and are cooked through.
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Notes
- During cooking, shrimp undergo a visual transformation. Initially translucent and grayish, the flesh will slowly become opaque, developing a white color with accents of pink and red. This color change signifies the shrimp is nearing completion.
- Additionally, the body will be a "C" shape.
- Never consume shrimp that remains gray or translucent after cooking.
- Due to the delicate nature of shrimp, it requires minimal cooking time. Overcooking even by a few minutes can result in a tough, rubbery texture. Once the shrimp turn opaque and pink, it's best to remove them from heat immediately to prevent them from drying out or becoming tough.
- This Cajun Shrimp strikes the perfect balance between mild heat and bold flavor. Want it spicier? Simply crank up the cayenne pepper! Craving a more subtle kick? Adjust the paprika to your preference.
- For Cajun seasoning - In a small mixing bowl combine 2 tablespoon paprika, 2 tablespoon garlic powder, 2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 2 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon salt, and 2 teaspoon ground balck pepper
Nutrition
Calories: 70kcal