Description
A quick and flavorful Cajun Butter Shrimp Skillet recipe that brings a taste of the South to your table.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning and cook for another minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and toss to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- Serve over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- This dish can be made in under 15 minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Cajun Butter Shrimp, Shrimp Skillet, Quick Dinner, Southern Cuisine