Cajun Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
167 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
Cajun Shrimp
Description
This Cajun Shrimp recipe involves drying raw shrimp and tossing them in Cajun seasoning to evenly coat each piece. The shrimp are then pan-fried in vegetable oil over medium-high heat, cooking approximately 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and firm but not overcooked. In the final minute, minced garlic can be added to the pan to release its fragrance without burning.
The cooked shrimp are garnished with chopped fresh parsley or a sprinkle of red chili flakes that offer additional color and mild heat. The seasoning blend provides a robust flavor profile characteristic of Cajun cuisine, featuring a mix of spices that complement the natural sweetness of shrimp.
This quick-cooking recipe makes a tasty appetizer or main dish component suited for serving alongside rice, crusty bread, or in tacos.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1-2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced (optional)
- parsley red chili flakes, fresh, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Toss the shrimp in a bowl with the Cajun Seasonings until well coated.
- Heat the oil in a large pan to medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- If using garlic, stir in during the last minute of cooking.
- Garnish and serve!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 167 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 167kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 183mg | 61% |
| Sodium | 137mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 348mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 862IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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