Description
A flavorful spicy cajun shrimp skillet dish that combines shrimp, spices, and vegetables for a quick meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp and cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp turn pink.
- Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet; sauté until soft.
- Return shrimp to the skillet; mix well.
- Season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or crusty bread.
- Adjust spice level by varying cajun seasoning amount.
- For a creamier dish, add a splash of cream at the end.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: spicy cajun shrimp skillet recipe, shrimp recipe, cajun cuisine