Description
This Easy Blackened Shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. The shrimp are seasoned with a blend of spices and seared to perfection, creating a delicious Cajun-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Toss Shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil until evenly coated.
- Mix Seasoning: In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat Shrimp: Sprinkle seasoning mix over the shrimp and toss until fully coated.
- Cook Shrimp: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes on each side until opaque and slightly charred.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve with fresh lemon wedges.
Notes
- Marinate seasoned shrimp for 10–15 minutes for extra flavor.
- Recipe works well for tacos, salads, or served over rice or pasta.
- Shrimp can also be grilled for a smoky flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 lb shrimp
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
