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    Cajun Seasoned Shrimp

    By Charlotte  |  October 16, 2016  |  Updated July 21, 2019

    Posted In: Diabetes Diet, Healthy Diet, Low Carb, Main Dish

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    cajun shrimp on salad

    cajun shrimp on salad

     

     

    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.

    How to make cajun shrimp:

    cajun shrimp sauté in skillet

    Sprinkle shrimp with cajun seasoning then sauté in olive oil. Turn shrimp to cook both sides.

    cajun shrimp on paper towel

    Blot cooked cajun shrimp on paper towels to remove excess oil.

    cajun shrimp on salad

    Arrange cooked cajun shrimp on salad. I topped my salad with cheese and dressing also.

     

     

    cajun shrimp on salad

    Cajun Seasoned Shrimp

    Cajun seasoned shrimp are perfect to use in your salads and wraps.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 193kcal
    Author: Easyhealth Living

    Ingredients

    • 2 pounds Shrimp peeled and deveined
    • olive oil
    • Cajun seasoning
    • salt optional

    Instructions

    • Lightly coat a medium size nonstick skillet with olive oil and heat.
    • Spread shrimp out on was paper and sprinkle with cajun seasoning and salt (as desired).
    • Place 10-12 shrimp in skillet (avoid crowding) and cook 1-2 minutes then turn shrimp over and cook about 1 minutes until done.
    • Add a small amount of olive oil to pan as needed while cooking to prevent shrimp from sticking to pan.
    • Continue cooking shrimp in batches of 10-12 (depending on the size of your skillet) until all shrimp are cooked.
    • Serve over a tossed salad or in a wrap.
    • Note: Shrimp may be grilled if desired.
    Nutrition Facts
    Cajun Seasoned Shrimp
    Serving Size
     
    8 g
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
     
    193
    Calories from Fat 9
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    0
    g
    0
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    365
    mg
    122
    %
    Sodium
     
    580
    mg
    24
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    0
    g
    0
    %
    Fiber
     
    0
    g
    0
    %
    Sugar
     
    0
    g
    0
    %
    Protein
     
    46
    g
    92
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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