Ingredients
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Here’s what you’ll need to create this delectable Cajun Shrimp with Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper; stir to coat.
- Cook shrimp for 3-4 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Drizzle lemon juice over shrimp just before removing from heat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Ensure not to overcook the shrimp for the best texture.
- Adjust seasoning to taste if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg