Dive into a world of flavor and spice with our comprehensive guide to cooking Cajun spiced shrimps. This zesty and aromatic dish, inspired by the vibrant cuisine of Louisiana, offers a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey, exploring the perfect combination of ingredients, techniques, and cooking methods to create the most delectable Cajun spiced shrimp dish that will leave you craving for more. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to spice up your dinner table, get ready to embark on a flavor-packed adventure, as we delve into the secrets of making Cajun spiced shrimps that will make your taste buds dance.
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SPICY CAJUN SHRIMP
This dish is great for a meal or as an appetizer. It's so quick and easy.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings (about 1/4 cup seasoning mix).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the seasonings. In another bowl, combine oil and 1-1/2 teaspoons of seasoning mixture (save remaining mixture for another use). Add shrimp; toss until well coated. Thread shrimp onto two metal or soaked wooded skewers. Broil shrimp 4-6 in. from the heat for 2 minutes. Turn shrimp; baste with remaining oil mixture. Broil 1-2 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink.
Nutrition Facts :
CAJUN-SPICED GRILLED SHRIMP WITH REMOULADE
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the shrimp: Add the lemon juice, olive oil, Cajun spice and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a medium bowl and whisk to combine. Add the shrimp and toss to coat them in the spice mixture. Allow the shrimp to marinate while you make the remoulade. Do not marinate shrimp longer than 20 minutes.
- For the remoulade: Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, Cajun spice, ketchup, mustard, parsley, lemon zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a bowl and whisk to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the shrimp in an even layer. Allow the shrimp to cook for 2 minutes, then flip them and cook until they are just opaque and the tails are pink, about another minute. Remove the shrimp to a serving platter, garnish with parsley and lemon wedges and serve with remoulade.
5 SPICE CAJUN SHRIMP
Steps:
- Preheat grill.
- Combine equal parts of the 5 spices for the shrimp, to taste. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Grill for 2 minutes, then sprinkle with some of the lemon juice. Flip the shrimp after 5 minutes and sprinkle other side with more lemon juice. Cook for 3 more minutes. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with the remaining lemon juice.
SPICY CAJUN SHRIMP
Spicy Cajun shrimp is a quick and easy recipes that's dinner party worthy but speedy enough for a weeknight. Includes a homemade recipe for Cajun seasoning
Provided by Crosby's Molasses
Categories Savoury dishes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine marinade ingredients in a large baking dish and add the shrimp, tossing to coat well.
- Let the shrimp rest in the marinade for 20-30 minute (optional)
- Bake at 450 for about 10 minutes, or until shrimp are pink.
CAJUN SPICED SHRIMPS
I have also made this using scallops, or a mix of shrimp and scallops, and it is just as nice! I like to serve it with rice and a refreshing cucumber salad. The hotness will depend on the blend of your Cajun Seasoning. Mine is pretty hot, I make my own blend.
Provided by PetsRus
Categories Cajun
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix together the paprika powder, chili flakes, cajun seasoning and salt, mix with the prawns and leave for 20 minutes.
- Melt the butter in a frying pan, on a medium heat fry the onion rings, peppers and garlic for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Put up the heat and add the prawns, fry until they start to color.
- Add the cream whilst stirring, lower the heat again and simmer until prawns are done, do not over-cook.
- Sprinkle parsley on top and serve.
SPICY CAJUN SHRIMP
I kind of pieced it together with a few different shrimp recipes and my own intuition and trial and error. It was my first victory as a cook . I recently made a change to this as I tried making it with half the amount of butter. This makes it a heck of a lot healthier, and I actually thought it was the best it has been so far!
Provided by ChefInChicago
Categories Cajun
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees (for french bread and to keep shrimp warm later).
- Place 1/2 a stick of butter in a saute pan and melt it on medium heat.
- Place garlic into pan and cook for 2-3 minutes stirring often, if you sliced it thin enough it might liquify, this is what you want, but not necessary.
- Add pepper, creole seasoning, cayenne pepper, paprika, bay leaves, worcestershire sauce, water and chives to the saute pan (if the mixture doesn't cover the bottom of the pan, add a little extra water and worcestershire sauce to account for the difference) Let this simmer for about 2-3 minutes while stirring, if the mixture begins to boil turn the heat down slightly.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and cook 3-4 minutes total on each side, but flip them constantly.
- Once the shrimp are cooked completely, remove them from the pan into a bowl or onto a plate (leave the liquid/mixture in the pan), cover with aluminum foil and place in oven to keep warm, be sure you use an oven friendly bowl.
- Put your french bread in the oven right now to get it warm and crispy for the meal.
- Cut your remaining 1/2 stick of butter into 6 pieces and place one into the pan at a time stirring constantly until they melt completely, then add the next, once they are all added, stir for about 3 more minutes or until the mixture begins to thicken (This is important, be sure it grows thicker before moving on, otherwise it will tend to seperate).
- Cut the lemon into 4 pieces and squeeze the juice into the mixture while stirring slowly, stir for another minute or two while the mixture settles.
- Slowly add the heavy whipping cream to the mixture while stirring, make sure the heat is low enough so it won't boil.
- Once you are finished stirring the cream in turn the heat down to between medium and low just to keep it warm and stir constantly.
- Remove shrimp and bread from oven.
- Slice the bread into pieces, place the shrimp into bowls and pour the sauce over it, use the bread for dipping in the sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1304.5, Fat 62.2, SaturatedFat 35.7, Cholesterol 480.4, Sodium 2432, Carbohydrate 130.4, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 57.2
CAJUN SHRIMP
Steps:
- Combine paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a sealable plastic bag; shake to mix. Add shrimp and shake to coat.
- Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Cook and stir shrimp in hot oil until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 258.9 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 443.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
CAJUN GRILLED SHRIMP
The kicked-up marinade on these shrimp makes this a flavor-packed dish. Serve over rice, and make sure to squeeze those charred lemons over top-that makes them taste extra bright and delicious. -Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large shallow dish, combine the first 8 ingredients. Add shrimp and turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate for 15 minutes. , Drain shrimp, discarding marinade. On 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread shrimp and lemon wedges., Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until shrimp turn pink, turning once, 6-8 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic exchanges
LINGUINE WITH CAJUN-SPICED SHRIMP AND CORN
After throwing some ingredients together for tapas, the flavor was so fresh and light my family asked for more. By warming it through with a few more ingredients I turned it into a family meal with pasta instead of just a snack.
Provided by MommyDiva
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Tapas
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
- Place shrimp and crab boil into a large saucepan. Fill with water to 1 inch above the shrimp, and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink, then drain.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic, and red onion, cook until the onion softens and turns translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in bell pepper, corn, lime juice, cilantro, oregano, chipotle pepper, and salt. Stir in the half-and-half, and bring to a simmer. Once the mixture is simmering, stir in shrimp, and toss with the drained pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.3 calories, Carbohydrate 59.9 g, Cholesterol 163.4 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 1572.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, large shrimp: This will ensure that the shrimp are plump and juicy.
- Marinate the shrimp for at least 30 minutes: This will help the shrimp absorb the flavors of the Cajun spices.
- Use a cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan: This will help to evenly cook the shrimp and prevent them from sticking.
- Cook the shrimp over medium-high heat: This will help to quickly sear the shrimp and prevent them from becoming rubbery.
- Do not overcrowd the pan: This will prevent the shrimp from cooking evenly.
- Cook the shrimp until they are pink and opaque: This will ensure that the shrimp are cooked through but not overcooked.
- Serve the shrimp immediately: This will ensure that the shrimp are hot and juicy.
Conclusion:
Cajun spiced shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its bold flavors and juicy texture, this dish is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give Cajun spiced shrimp a try. You won't be disappointed!
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