Cajun Shrimp
This Cajun shrimp recipe is quick and easy to make with succulent shrimp spiced with piquant Cajun seasonings then quickly seared, a great dinner or appetizer! Great for adding to pasta dishes, like Cajun Shrimp Pasta.
Servings: 4
Calories: 167kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1-2 tablespoons Cajun Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced (optional)
- For Garnish. Fresh chopped parsley red chili flakes
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
Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 183mg | Sodium: 137mg | Potassium: 348mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 862IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 1mg