Fiery Cajun Shrimp Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this fiery Cajun shrimp recipe! A classic dish with a spicy kick, perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends. Serve with crusty French bread for dipping into the delicious, garlicky sauce. Get ready for a finger-licking good experience that's sure to become a new favorite! (Inspired by a newspaper recipe from over 15 years ago)

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 730.5 kcal
Protein 118g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fiery Cajun Shrimp

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How to Make Fiery Cajun Shrimp

  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
  3. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  4. Add Cajun seasoning, garlic, and onion to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute more.
  6. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream, bringing to a simmer.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until sauce has thickened slightly.
  8. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
  9. Serve immediately with crusty French bread for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

60 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

97g

Carbs

3g