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Sizzling Cajun Shrimp: Mouthwatering Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe

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A flavorful Cajun shrimp dish cooked in garlic butter sauce, perfect for any seafood lover.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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Before we get started, let’s gather our ingredients. Here’s what you will need:

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper until well coated.
  3. Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  4. Drizzle shrimp with lemon juice and stir to combine.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

  • You can adjust the Cajun seasoning to your taste.
  • Serve with rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Gluten-Free