Best Quick Cajun Shrimp Recipes
EASY 5 MINUTE CAJUN SHRIMP
Cajun shrimp that is insanely delicious and only takes 5 minutes to make is the kind of dinner that dreams are made of! This recipe will knock your socks off and it will be something that the whole family will go crazy over!
Provided by Alyssa Rivers
Categories Side Dish
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat add the butter and melt. Add in the garlic.
- Add in the shrimp and cajun seasoning and toss in the butter to coat.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes or until shrimp is opaque and cooked throughout.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 52 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CAJUN SHRIMP
These zippy shrimp bring a lot of pizazz to the table. Use as much or as little cayenne pepper as you'd like, depending on your family's tastes. We love ours served alongside rice pilaf. -Donna Thomason, El Paso, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, saute the paprika, thyme, salt, nutmeg, garlic powder and cayenne in oil for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add shrimp; saute for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 430mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CAJUN SHRIMP
Steps:
- Combine paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a sealable plastic bag; shake to mix. Add shrimp and shake to coat.
- Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Cook and stir shrimp in hot oil until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 258.9 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 443.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
QUICK CAJUN SHRIMP
This is a very easy and very flavourful dish that you are sure to love! Serve over rice or grits to enjoy all of those spices. Enjoy!
Provided by Nif_H
Categories Cajun
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large nonstick pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add all spices and stir constantly for 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp; saute for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turns pink, stirring occasionally.
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