If you are searching for something different for lunch, why not try this grilled or lightly sautéed cajun seasoned skillet shrimp recipe? I was able to purchase USA grown shrimp and added just 2 ingredients to create a delicious lean protein to use in salads, wraps, etc. These skillet shrimp take just a few minutes to cook-just allow time to peel and devein them before cooking unless you purchase peeled shrimp. I used a generic cajun seasoning, so feel free to utilize your favorite brand or you could even use jerk seasoning if you cannot find a cajun seasoning in your local market.
Cajun Seasoned Shrimp
Cajun seasoned shrimp are perfect to use in your salads and wraps.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 193 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Shrimp peeled and deveined
- olive oil
- Cajun seasoning
- salt optional
Instructions
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Lightly coat a medium size nonstick skillet with olive oil and heat.
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Spread shrimp out on was paper and sprinkle with cajun seasoning and salt (as desired).
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Place 10-12 shrimp in skillet (avoid crowding) and cook 1-2 minutes then turn shrimp over and cook about 1 minutes until done.
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Add a small amount of olive oil to pan as needed while cooking to prevent shrimp from sticking to pan.
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Continue cooking shrimp in batches of 10-12 (depending on the size of your skillet) until all shrimp are cooked.
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Serve over a tossed salad or in a wrap.
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Note: Shrimp may be grilled if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Cajun Seasoned Shrimp
Amount Per Serving (8 g)
Calories 193
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
2%
Cholesterol 365mg
122%
Sodium 580mg
24%
Protein 46g
92%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
