The Best Cajun Butter Shrimp

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18 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    181 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Keto

The Best Cajun Butter Shrimp

The best cajun butter shrimp recipe is bursting with flavor and so easy to make - from fridge to fork in under 15 minutes.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon thyme dried
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 lb Shrimp peeled and deveined

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix cajun seasoning and funnel all but two tablespoons into a jar for use later.
  2. Add shrimp to plastic bag or bowl and toss in 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning.
  3. Toss evenly to coat.
  4. Melt butter in pan until light and foamy.
  5. Add shrimp to pan and cook on medium high until opaque - bright pink and white.
  6. Do not over cook shrimp, cook until just no longer grey.
  7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 181kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Cholesterol 239mg (80%) Sodium 4255mg (177%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 181 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 181kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 239mg 80%
Sodium 4255mg 177%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 1g 2%

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

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