Ingredients for Spicy Cajun Shrimp
- 1 pound shrimp
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Garlic
- Ground Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Paprika
- Bay Leaves
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Water
- Chives
- Lemon
- Heavy Whipping Cream
- Crusty French bread
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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How to Make Spicy Cajun Shrimp
- Peel and devein 1 pound of shrimp.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (or more, to taste) to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through.
- Stir in 1/4 cup chopped green onions and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
101 g
Sugar
16g
Fat
178g
Carbs
43g
