Louisiana Hot Shrimp Recipe

Spice up your life with our fiery Louisiana Hot Shrimp recipe! These succulent shrimp are coated in a zesty, spicy sauce and baked to perfection in just minutes. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser (but be warned, they're HOT!). Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a spicy appetizer.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 338.9 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Louisiana Hot Shrimp

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How to Make Louisiana Hot Shrimp

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and devein 1 pound of shrimp, leaving tails on (optional).
  3. Place shrimp in a lightly greased baking dish and set aside.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup melted butter, 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste!), 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
  5. Pour sauce over the shrimp, ensuring each shrimp is evenly coated. Gently toss to combine.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

19g

Carbs

1g