Description
Experience the bold flavors of our Blackened Shrimp Recipe, a quick and delicious dish ready in just 15 minutes! This recipe features succulent shrimp seasoned with a homemade blend of spices that deliver an exciting kick to your meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or vibrant gatherings, serve these shrimp in tacos, atop fresh salads, or mixed into pasta dishes for a versatile dining experience. With easy preparation and minimal cleanup, this healthy protein-rich option is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb uncooked shrimp (large, extra large, or jumbo)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (add more if needs to be spicier)
Instructions
- If using shell-on shrimp, peel and devein them.
- Allow shrimp to warm at room temperature for even seasoning.
- Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels; mix blackening spices in a bowl.
- Toss shrimp with melted butter and coat evenly with seasoning.
- Add butter to the skillet and cook shrimp in one layer until pink and opaque (about 4-5 minutes total).
- Serve immediately with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 lb (113g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg