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Cajun Shrimp

Rachel AnneRecipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-09-15 |23 Comments
Cajun Shrimp
Photo of Cajun Shrimp - finished dish

Cajun Shrimp

PREP10 min
COOK8 min

This Cajun Shrimp recipe brings bold, spicy Southern flavor to your table in under 20 minutes. Perfect for busy nights or entertaining guests!

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4SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1
    Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In a bowl, toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon olive oil until evenly coated.
  2. 2
    Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. 3
    Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes, then flip and cook another 1 to 2 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  4. 4
    Push shrimp to one side of the skillet. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir shrimp with garlic.
  5. 5
    Drizzle lemon juice into the skillet, toss to coat, then remove from heat.
  6. 6
    Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with lemon wedges.

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