Blackened Shrimp Recipe
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
161 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Cajun
Blackened Shrimp Recipe
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Blackened Shrimp is a deliciously flavorful and easy Cajun recipe. Simply sprinkle prepared shrimp with Cajun seasoning and sugar, then sauté with garlic and butter until cooked through and beautifully blackened.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb. Shrimp 20/24 count/pound, peeled, deveined, tails on or off
- 2 Tbsp. Cajun Seasoning
- 2 tsp. brown sugar
- ½ tsp. salt to taste
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- lemon slices
- parsley finely chopped
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Instructions
- Peel, devein, and remove the tails from all of the shrimp, if you prefer. Add the shrimp to a large bowl and then pat dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
- Whisk together the seasoning, sugar, and salt in a small bowl and then sprinkle the mix over the shrimp. Toss until they’re well coated.
- Add the butter to a large cast iron or stainless steel skillet over medium heat. Wait until it melts and then add in the garlic. Saute for 15-30 seconds, or until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-4 minutes, flipping halfway through. You’ll know they’re done cooking when they become opaque and their tails begin to curl.
Notes
- If you don’t have Blackened or Cajun seasoning, you can also substitute with: 1 tsp. paprika, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. onion powder, ½ tsp. black pepper, ½ tsp. dried thyme, ½ tsp. dried oregano, ¼-½ tsp. cayenne pepper, ¼ tsp. salt (for a total of ¾ tsp. salt)
- How to prep ahead of time: Shrimp is best enjoyed fresh. However, you can mix up the seasoning ahead of time.
- How to store: Keep leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 days.
- How to freeze: For the best flavor, you need to freeze shrimp soon after cooking. Line the leftovers on a tray in a single layer and place it in the freezer for a couple of hours. Then, transfer the shrimp to a freezer-safe bag and store it for 12 months.
- How to reheat: You can warm the shrimp back up in a skillet over medium heat. You can try the microwave, but the texture won't be as good.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
161kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
198mg
(66%)
Sodium
2391mg
(100%)
Potassium
310mg
(9%)
Fiber
0.03g
(0%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
185IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
0.5mg
(1%)
Calcium
79mg
(8%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 198mg | 66% |
| Sodium | 2391mg | 100% |
| Potassium | 310mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.03g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 185IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 79mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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