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Midnight Blackened Shrimp with Cajun Spices
Midnight Blackened Shrimp with Cajun Spices is a bold and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant taste of Louisiana to your table. This recipe features succulent shrimp coated in a rich blend of Cajun spices, then seared to perfection for a smoky, spicy finish. The contrast between the crisp, blackened exterior and the juicy, tender shrimp inside is sure to make this dish a favorite. Serve it over a bed of rice or alongside grilled vegetables for a satisfying meal that’s quick enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for entertaining. Packed with protein and flavor, this dish is both delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined (approximately 16-20 shrimp) (480 calories)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil (240 calories)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (20 calories)
- 1 tsp Paprika (6 calories)
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder (4 calories)
- 1/2 tsp Onion powder (4 calories)
- 1/2 tsp Dried thyme (3 calories)
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper (2 calories)
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper (2 calories)
- 1/4 tsp Salt (0 calories)
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice (4 calories)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then toss them with the spice mixture until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until blackened and fully cooked.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
This recipe is approximately 765 calories and serves four. Each serving will be approximately 191 calories. This recipe should take roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 6 minutes to cook. This is a total time of 16 minutes.
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