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a bowl of cooked Cajun Shrimp

Easy Cajun Shrimp Recipe

Quick & easy dish with a spicy kick!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Author Holly

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon seasoning salt
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper add more if you like more heat
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

  • Combine all spices in a small bowl and toss with shrimp.
  • Heat olive oil in a medium pan.
  • Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side or until cooked pink. Do not overcook.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 2628mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1095IU | Vitamin C: 5.9mg | Calcium: 179mg | Iron: 3.2mg