Ingredients for Cajun Grilled Shrimp
- Large Shrimp
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Cooking Oil
- Flat Leaf Parsley
- Chili Powder
- Hungarian Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Onion Powder
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Dried Oregano
- Dried Thyme
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How to Make Cajun Grilled Shrimp
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (or preheat your broiler). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat), and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Add 1 pound of shrimp (peeled and deveined) to the bowl and toss gently to coat evenly with the Cajun spice mixture.
- Thread the shrimp onto 4 metal skewers. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
- Place the skewers on the preheated grill.
- Grill the shrimp for 3-5 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque and are lightly charred. Cooking time will depend on the size of your shrimp.
- Remove from grill, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately. Enjoy with your favorite sides like rice, corn on the cob, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
9 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
2g
Carbs
1g