Best 6 Cajun Spiced Shrimps Recipes

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**Cajun Spiced Shrimps: A Journey of Flavor and Spice**

Get ready for a culinary adventure with our delectable Cajun Spiced Shrimps! This dish tantalizes your taste buds with an explosion of flavors, taking you on a journey to the heart of Louisiana's vibrant cuisine. The succulent shrimp are coated in a tantalizing blend of Cajun spices, creating a symphony of heat, smokiness, and bold aromas. Immerse yourself in the authentic taste of the Bayou with this easy-to-follow recipe, which includes variations for air fryer, oven, and stovetop cooking methods, ensuring that every shrimp is cooked to perfection. Whether you prefer a crispy texture or a tender bite, our versatile recipe guides you through each step to achieve the perfect Cajun-style shrimp.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY NEW ORLEANS SHRIMP



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These Spicy New Orleans Shrimp are hot, spicy, decadent, bold and super delicious, just the thing to satisfy your cravings!

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Appetizer

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound white tiger shrimp
2 tablespoon butter (unsalted)
2 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon sriracha hot sauce (or tabasco)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
juice from 1/2 lemon
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoon parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • Peel and devein the shrimp.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients to oven safe skillet, stir and let simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from the heat and let cool for a couple minutes.
  • Add the shrimp and toss it around so that it's fully immersed in the sauce.
  • Cover with foil and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Bake shrimp for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Serve immediately with crusty French bread and drizzle with additional lemon juice as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 316 mg, Sodium 1611 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CAJUN SHRIMP



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Shrimp seasoned with paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic, and red pepper.

Provided by SlimCookins

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon paprika
¾ teaspoon dried thyme
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a sealable plastic bag; shake to mix. Add shrimp and shake to coat.
  • Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Cook and stir shrimp in hot oil until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 258.9 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 443.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

SPICY CAJUN SHRIMP



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This dish is great for a meal or as an appetizer. It's so quick and easy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings (about 1/4 cup seasoning mix).

Number Of Ingredients 11

4-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
1-1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the seasonings. In another bowl, combine oil and 1-1/2 teaspoons of seasoning mixture (save remaining mixture for another use). Add shrimp; toss until well coated. Thread shrimp onto two metal or soaked wooded skewers. Broil shrimp 4-6 in. from the heat for 2 minutes. Turn shrimp; baste with remaining oil mixture. Broil 1-2 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink.

Nutrition Facts :

5 SPICE CAJUN SHRIMP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 pound shrimp, unpeeled
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat grill.
  • Combine equal parts of the 5 spices for the shrimp, to taste. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Grill for 2 minutes, then sprinkle with some of the lemon juice. Flip the shrimp after 5 minutes and sprinkle other side with more lemon juice. Cook for 3 more minutes. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with the remaining lemon juice.

CAJUN SPICED SHRIMPS



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I have also made this using scallops, or a mix of shrimp and scallops, and it is just as nice! I like to serve it with rice and a refreshing cucumber salad. The hotness will depend on the blend of your Cajun Seasoning. Mine is pretty hot, I make my own blend.

Provided by PetsRus

Categories     Cajun

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs raw large shrimp or 1 1/2 lbs prawns, peeled and cleaned
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes
2 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, sliced in rings
1/2 sweet red pepper, sliced in thin strips
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 cup cream
salt
chopped fresh parsley, to serve

Steps:

  • Mix together the paprika powder, chili flakes, cajun seasoning and salt, mix with the prawns and leave for 20 minutes.
  • Melt the butter in a frying pan, on a medium heat fry the onion rings, peppers and garlic for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Put up the heat and add the prawns, fry until they start to color.
  • Add the cream whilst stirring, lower the heat again and simmer until prawns are done, do not over-cook.
  • Sprinkle parsley on top and serve.

CAJUN-STYLE BROILED SHRIMP



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Shrimp, the most versatile seafood, is now the most popular in America, and there is no wrong way to eat it. Wild shrimp from the Pacific or the Gulf of Mexico is a treat if you can find it. Fresh local shrimp from Maine or the Carolinas is an even rarer gem. (These are all preferable from a sustainability perspective.) A vast majority, of course, is farmed and frozen. If you buy it ''individually quick frozen'' in resealable bags, you can take out only as many as you want and thaw them by leaving the shrimp in the fridge for 24 hours or running them under cool water for an hour or less. Here, it is made Cajun with cayenne, paprika and garlic and quickly broiled.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, main course

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 garlic clove
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
lots of black pepper
1 1/2 pounds peeled shrimp
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Turn on the broiler, and put the rack close to heat.
  • Mash 1 garlic clove with 1 teaspoon salt until it forms a paste.
  • Add to it 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil and lots of black pepper.
  • Rub paste all over 1 1/2 pounds peeled shrimp.
  • Broil, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 187, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 964 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp that are peeled and deveined.
  • If you don't have Cajun seasoning, you can make your own by combining paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and thyme.
  • Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they will become tough and rubbery.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as cocktail sauce or remoulade.

Conclusion:

This Cajun spiced shrimp recipe is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and flavorful dish. The shrimp are cooked in a flavorful Cajun spice blend, and they are perfect for serving as an appetizer or main course. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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