Cajun Shrimp
A flavorful Cajun shrimp dish with a spicy garlic butter sauce that coats tender shrimp, perfect for a quick weeknight meal or special occasion.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Choose fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Use half butter for a healthier option.
- 6 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended for the best taste.
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust to taste for desired spiciness.
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of one lemon
- fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine the paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Allow to marinate for about 10 minutes.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and caramelized, then flip and cook an additional 2 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add the minced garlic, and stir quickly to prevent burning, cooking for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the remaining butter and lemon juice to the skillet, stir to combine, and cook for another minute.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat.