The Best Cajun Shrimp
The Best Cajun Shrimp is a delicious and easy seafood dish, packed with flavor and spices.
Equipment
- skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined approximately 450g
- 0.5 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons room temperature butter
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1 tablespoon cilantro or parsley leaves, minced
- 1.5 teaspoons homemade cajun seasoning see tips
- Salt as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Place the shrimp in a colander and toss with ¼ teaspoon salt. Let sit for 1 minute, then rinse and pat very dry with paper towels.
- Make flavored butter: Combine the butter, garlic, cilantro (or parsley), and cajun seasoning. Mix well and set aside.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp to the pan, arranging them in a single layer. Cook for about 1 minute until the shrimp begins to turn pink.
- To finish: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the cajun butter to the skillet. Stir well to coat the shrimp evenly. Continue cooking and stirring until the shrimp are firm and opaque throughout, which should take 1 to 2 minutes.
Notes
For the best results, we recommend using homemade cajun seasoning. Store-bought brands may vary in salt content, adjust according to taste preferences.
Nutrition
Serving: 1recipeCalories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 0.3gProtein: 20gFat: 8.1gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 197.7mgSodium: 316.4mgSugar: 2.1g
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