My Cajun Shrimp
From minkie 16 years ago
- 5 minutes to make
- Serves 2
I adore spicy shrimp recipes and just couldn't find a shrimp recipe that suited me. Too pale, not spicy enough. Came up with this very simple recipe, it's more of a technique than recipe. Excellent served with a side of yellow rice. Read more Can also be made on skewers and grilled. See less
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined shopping list
- 2 tbsp olive oil shopping list
- For the Essence - shopping list
- 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika shopping list
- 2 tablespoons salt shopping list
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder shopping list
- 1 tablespoon black pepper shopping list
- 1 tablespoon onion powder shopping list
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper shopping list
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano shopping list
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme shopping list
- lemon wedges shopping list
- fresh chopped parsley shopping list
How to make it
- Prepare Essence in a small container. Clean and wash shrimp and lay out in a single layer on a large platter. Dry with a paper towel.
- Sprinkle liberally with the Essence - I use approximately 2 tbsp. Be generous! Let the shrimp rest for 30 minutes with the rub.
- Begin the shrimp by heating a large skillet on high heat and add the olive oil. It should be very hot, but not smoking. Add the shrimp on one side of the pan. Overcrowding is what produces a limp shrimp, don't want that! Let the shrimp rest on one side of the pan for approximately one minute, then begin to saute and spread around the pan.
- Saute on high until shrimp starts to turn pink. Remove from heat and place shrimp in a large serving bowl. Sprinkle liberally with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
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This looks like the perfect quick fix I am looking for.Thanks
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this is right up my alley!
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