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Cajun Shrimp

Cajun shrimp is a dish that brings the vibrant flavors…
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb.large or jumbo shrimp peeled, deveined, tails on or off
  • 2 tbsp.butter
  • 3 mediumgarlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp.Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tbsp.lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp.chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 lb large or jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off), 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Cook, stirring often, for 3–4 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque, firm, and just cooked through.
  3. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tbsp chopped parsley until combined, then serve immediately.

Notes

2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons sea salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper