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Cajun Shrimp
Quick Louisiana-style shrimp cooked with paprika, cayenne, thyme, garlic, butter, and lemon.
Easy⏱️ 40 min📖 1 min readServes 4~360 kcal🇺🇸 American🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 10 min cook 15 min rest
- #High Protein
- #Under 30 min
- #Easy
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Timeline
Total 40 min- Prep15 min
- Resting/Marinating15 min
- Cooking10 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the shrimp
- 650 gr Shrimp
- 0.3 çay kaşığı(~1.5 ml) Baking soda
For the sauce
- 35 gr Butter
- 1.5 yemek kaşığı(~23 ml) Lemon juice
For cooking
- 1.5 yemek kaşığı(~23 ml) Vegetable oil
For the spice mix
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Sweet paprika
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Hot chili powder
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Dried oregano
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Garlic powder
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Onion powder
General
- 0.8 çay kaşığı(~4 ml) Salt
For serving
- 0.3 demet Parsley
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Instructions
- 1
Dry the shrimp and rest them in the refrigerator for 15 minutes with the baking soda and half the salt.
15 min15:00 - 2
Mix the sweet paprika, hot chili powder, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and remaining salt.
- 3
Coat the shrimp with the spice mixture.
- 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a wide pan and cook half the shrimp for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 5
Turn the shrimp, cook for another 1.5 minutes, and transfer to a plate.
1 min01:30 - 6
Cook the remaining shrimp the same way for 3.5 minutes.
3 min03:30 - 7
Add the butter and lemon juice to the pan and toss the shrimp in the sauce for 1 minute.
1 min01:00 - 8
Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot.
💡 Tip: Spread the shrimp in a single layer in the pan; if they overlap, they release water instead of searing.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve Cajun shrimp with cornbread, lemon wedges, and optional green salad.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Folate
Nutrition (per serving)
~360
kcal calories
32
g protein
18
g carbs
18
g fat
Protein 35%Carbs 20%Fat 45%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Cajun Shrimp make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Cajun Shrimp take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 10 minutes, including 15 minutes of passive resting; 40 minutes in total.Is Cajun Shrimp difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Cajun Shrimp have?
Approximately 360 kcal per serving. Protein: 32g, carbs: 18g, fat: 18g.Which allergens does Cajun Shrimp contain?
This recipe contains Seafood, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Cajun Shrimp belong to?
This recipe belongs to American cuisine.How many ingredients does Cajun Shrimp need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.
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