Description
This Quick & Easy Blackened Shrimp is a bold and spicy dish packed with Cajun flavors! Perfect for tacos, salads, or serving with rice, these shrimp are pan-seared to perfection in just 10 minutes. A must-try for seafood lovers!
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
For Serving:
- Lemon wedges
- Dipping sauce (such as remoulade or garlic aioli)
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp:
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne, black pepper, and salt.
- Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until blackened and fully cooked.
- Finish & Serve:
- Drizzle with lemon juice and serve hot with dipping sauce and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne for mild or extra-spicy shrimp.
- Serve with rice, pasta, or in tacos for a complete meal.
- Can also be grilled or air-fried at 400°F for 6-8 minutes.
