Ingredients
- For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound (450g) medium-to-large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp room temperature butter
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1 tbsp cilantro or parsley leaves, minced
- 1 ½ tsp homemade Cajun seasoning (or store-bought)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Use a paper towel to pat the shrimp dry.
- Make the Cajun Butter: In a small bowl, combine butter, garlic, cilantro (or parsley), and Cajun seasoning. Mix well and set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp to the pan, arranging them in a single layer. (It’s fine if a few shrimp are stacked on top of each other.) Cook for about 1 minute, until the shrimp begins to turn pink.
- Add Cajun Butter: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the prepared Cajun butter to the skillet. Stir well to coat the shrimp evenly.
- Finish Cooking: Continue cooking and stirring for 1 to 2 minutes until the shrimp are firm and opaque throughout.
Notes
- Cajun Seasoning: For the best flavor, we recommend using a homemade Cajun seasoning blend. However, store-bought options work too. Just be mindful that salt content can vary between brands, so adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: undefined
- Sodium: 316.4mg
- Fat: undefined
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: undefined
- Fiber: undefined
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 197.7mg
