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Blackened Shrimp Recipe
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.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 161 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Cajun
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
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.
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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
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
% 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.