Blackened Shrimp

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4.6

909 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Marinating time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    227 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer, Lunch

  • Cuisine

    Cajun

Blackened Shrimp

These delicious Blackened Shrimp are the perfect versatile weeknight meal. Try them in tacos, lettuce wraps, on pasta, rice, or simply on their own!

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Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 ½ pounds Shrimp uncooked, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced

Optional garnish

  • cilantro fresh, chopped
  • Lime wedges
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Instructions

  1. Combine the chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Dump the mixture over the shrimp and mix well. Set aside to marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes. 
  3. Add the garlic, stir, and cook for 30 seconds. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges to serve.
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Notes

  • If you use pre-cooked shrimp, cook only for 30 seconds on each side as to not over-cook the shrimp.
  • Allow frozen shrimp to thaw fully before cooking.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 227kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 6g (9%) Cholesterol 428mg (143%) Sodium 1939mg (81%) Potassium 234mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1430IU (29%) Vitamin C 7.9mg (9%) Calcium 271mg (27%) Iron 4.8mg (27%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 227 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 227kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 6g 9%
Cholesterol 428mg 143%
Sodium 1939mg 81%
Potassium 234mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1430IU 29%
Vitamin C 7.9mg 9%
Calcium 271mg 27%
Iron 4.8mg 27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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