Best 5 Cajun Stir Fry Recipes

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with this tantalizing Cajun stir-fry recipe. This delectable dish combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and an explosion of Cajun spices to create a culinary masterpiece. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of Cajun seasoning, ensuring every bite is infused with a spicy kick. Accompanied by a medley of colorful vegetables, including bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots, this stir-fry is a symphony of textures and flavors. Cooked in a savory sauce made from Cajun spices, soy sauce, and a touch of honey, this dish is a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Served over fluffy rice or noodles, this Cajun stir-fry is a journey for the taste buds, offering a taste of the vibrant culinary heritage of Louisiana.

**Additional notes:**

* The article also includes a vegetarian version of the stir-fry, featuring tofu or tempeh instead of chicken.
* For a spicier dish, add more cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the marinade and sauce.
* Experiment with different vegetables, such as zucchini, snow peas, or mushrooms, to create a customized stir-fry.
* Serve the stir-fry with a side of spicy dipping sauce for an extra kick of flavor.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CAJUN SHRIMP STIR FRY

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I got this out of a magazine called "Clean Eating" This is low in fat and sugar. Both DH and I found it to be outstanding. It may say fry but there is nothing fatty about it. It would also be great on the Weight Watchers program.

Provided by teresas

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 green peppers, seeded, inner ribs removed and cut into strips
2 red peppers, seeded, inner ribs removed, and cut into strips
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup white wine (have a glass while cooking if you need to unwhine)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
hot sauce
2 cups cooked brown rice

Steps:

Toss shrimp with Cajun spice seasoning and set aside.
Heat 1 tsp oil in large skillet and saute' peppers for 6 minutes over medium-high heat.
Turn heat down and add minced garlic, stirring constantly so that garlic doesn't burn.
Remove peppers and garlic from pan, wipe pan out with paper towel.
Return pan to medium-high heat, and heat remaining tsp of oil.
Add shrimp and cook approximately 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add wine (don't forget about yours) and lemon juice, peppers and garlic, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
Season with hot sauce; serve each portion over 1/2 cup cooked brown rice.

CAJUN STIR-FRY

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Cubes of chicken and chunks of smoked turkey kielbasa, plus plenty of herbs and veggies, make this a hearty stir-fry. I sometimes top off servings with shredded mozzarella cheese and minced basil and parsley. -Sharon Clemens of Groveland, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 pound reduced-fat smoked turkey kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 each medium green, sweet red and yellow pepper, coarsely chopped
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup each minced fresh basil, oregano and parsley or 4 teaspoons each dried basil, oregano and parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, stir-fry the chicken, kielbasa, onion and garlic in oil until onion is tender. Add the peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, herbs, Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until chicken juices run clear and vegetables are crisp-tender., Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve over spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 555mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HONEY LIME CAJUN SHRIMP STIR FRY

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This is a recipe I developed myself. The first stir fry that 2 out of 3 of my kids will eat! I took the basic marinade from Recipe #231870 and made up my own stir fry. The vegetables are what I had on hand, so feel free to adjust the veggies to what you like to use. Time includes only 1 hour of marinading.

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/3 cup lime juice
1/3 cup honey
2 teaspoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
salt and pepper (optional)
1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
2 carrots, peeled and cut into rounds
1/2 lb sugar snap pea, ends trimmed and cut in half if large
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 red onion, cut into wedges and layers separated
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
2 cups cooked brown rice

Steps:

Mix the marinade ingredients together in a bowl.
Place the shrimp in a sealable container and pour half the marinade over them.
Refrigerate for 1 hour to overnight.
Take the reserved marinade and pour into a wok, heated on high.
Add vegetables to wok and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
Push the vegetables to the side and add the shrimp (after draining out the marinade).
Cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink, about 3 minutes or so.
Mix the cornstarch and 1/4 cup of water and add to the wok to thicken the sauce.
Cook for about 1 minute.
Serve over cooked brown rice. Yum!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.3, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 138.2, Sodium 309, Carbohydrate 55.7, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 23.7, Protein 22.8

CAJUN STIR-FRY

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Light & Tasty One serving: (1 cup stir-fry mixture, calculated without spaghetti) Calories: 140

Provided by seesko

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 lb reduced-fat smoked turkey kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon crisco pure olive oil
1 medium green pepper, coarsely chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
1 medium yellow pepper, coarsely chopped
1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 medium tomatoes, diced
minced fresh herbs (basil, fresh oregano, and fresh parsley) or dried herbs (basil, oregano and parsley flakes)
1 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, stir-fry the chicken, kielbasa, onion and garlic in oil until onion is tender. Add the peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, herbs, Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until chicken juices run clear and vegetables are crisp-tender.
Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve over spaghetti.

LEMON CAJUN STIR FRY

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Make and share this Lemon Cajun Stir Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stardustannie

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

500 g chicken breasts, Cut Into Thin Strips
1 large red capsicum, Sliced
1 large green capsicum, Sliced
2 medium onions, sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons peanut oil
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter (optional)
2 tablespoons cornflour (cornstarch)

Steps:

Coat chicken strips with seasoning.
Heat 1/2 peanut oil in wok and stir fry chicken in batches till browned and cooked through, remove from wok.
Heat remaining oil in wok and stirfry onion, halfway through cooking add capsicum and remove all vegetables from wok.
Sauce:Mix ingredients together, add to wok and heat till thickened.
Add chicken and vegetables,tossing till coated well with sauce and heated through.

Tips:

Use a wok or large skillet: A wok or large skillet will allow you to easily stir-fry the vegetables and protein without overcrowding the pan.
Cut the vegetables and protein into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
Heat the wok or skillet over high heat: This will help to sear the protein and vegetables and prevent them from sticking.
Add the vegetables and protein to the wok or skillet in batches: Do not overcrowd the pan, or the food will not cook evenly.
Stir-fry the vegetables and protein for 2-3 minutes, or until they are cooked through: Be sure to stir constantly to prevent the food from burning.
Add the sauce and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes: This will allow the sauce to thicken and coat the vegetables and protein.
Serve immediately: Cajun stir-fry is best served immediately, while it is still hot.

Conclusion:

Cajun stir-fry is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. With its bold flavors and colorful vegetables, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Try this recipe for a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to become a family favorite.

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