Easy Cajun Shrimp
Spicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp sautéed to perfection for a quick, flavorful seafood dish.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Spray the skillet with olive oil cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Once the skillet is hot, add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Make sure the shrimp are not overcrowded in the pan to ensure even cooking.
- Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. You can adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning depending on your desired level of spiciness.
- Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they start to turn pink and opaque.
- Flip the shrimp over with tongs and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side until they are fully cooked through and opaque.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough and rubbery if cooked for too long.
- Once the shrimp are cooked through, remove the skillet from the heat.
- Serve the stove-top shrimp immediately, garnished with optional lemon wedges and chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
| Nutrient | Amount |
| Calories | 212 |
| Calories from fat | 22.7 |
| Calories from saturated fat | 6.0 |
| Total Fat | 2.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 442 mg |
| Sodium | 1449 mg |
| Potassium | 413 mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0 |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 |
| Sugars | 0 |
| Protein | 47 g |
