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    Cajun Shrimp

    Published: Mar 24, 2021 · Modified: May 5, 2022 by Anna 8 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Cajun Shrimp dish is one of the easiest seafood dinners you can make in minutes! Juicy shrimp, seasoned with my homemade Cajun seasoning and sauteed in butter and brown sugar make this one tasty dish.

    I always have my homemade Cajun seasoning on hand to make this shrimp dinner and my tasty Dirty Rice dish.

    Cajun shrimp on a plate.

    If you made my Cajun seasoning, the first dish I recommend using it with is this Cajun Shrimp. It's very quick and very tasty! Perfect when you need dinner fast but want something delicious. I added brown sugar to balance out the spicy shrimp and along with butter and garlic, it creates a wonderful sauce. Serve it with rice or pasta and a side of veggies (roasted or grilled). This dish is bound to be a hit!

    Ingredients:

    • medium or large shrimp: peeled with tails on, deveined
    • olive oil and butter: my favorite combo for sauteing
    • garlic: fresh, minced
    • brown sugar: adds sweetness and balances the spiciness; I prefer the dark brown sugar for this dish
    • Cajun seasoning: I use my homemade mix
    Ingredients for cajun shrimp dish on a marble board.

    How to make Cajun Shrimp?

    • Start by removing the shell and the vein. You can leave the tails on, but make sure the entire vein is removed.
    • Sprinkle cajun seasoning over shrimp and toss to coat.
    • Melt butter with oil in a skillet.
    • Add garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes, until fragrant and golden.
    Shrimp seasoned and garlic in pan.
    • Add shrimp to pan along with brown sugar.
    • Cook on both sides until pink, about 2 to 3 minutes.
    • Remove from heat so the shrimp does not overcook.
    • Garnish with parsley and serve.
    Cooking shrimp in skillet.

    What to serve with Cajun Shrimp?

    My favorite side to serve with Cajun shrimp is white rice and roasted veggies. During summer, grilled vegetables are perfect. You can also turn this into a pasta dish, by adding penne or bow tie pasta and bell peppers, onions, etc.

    Storing leftovers:

    Seafood dishes are best served on the same days, as they tend to overcook during reheating. I recommend making it the same day you plan to serve it.

    Shrimp with seasoning in a pan.

    More seafood dinners:

    • Garlic Butter Shrimp
    • Salmon Foil Packets
    • Shrimp Stir Fry
    • Lobster Tails
    • Dijon Salmon and Potatoes

    For more recipes like this one, feel free to browse our Seafood category.

    If you like this recipe and make it, snap a photo and share it on INSTAGRAM! Tag me @crunchycreamysweet so I can check it out and leave a comment!

    Cajun shrimp on a plate.

    Cajun Shrimp

    Author: Anna
    This Cajun Shrimp dish is one of the easiest seafood dinners you can make in minutes! Juicy shrimp, seasoned with my homemade Cajun seasoning and sauteed in butter and brown sugar make this one tasty dish.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 175 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 lb medium or large shrimp
    • 2 teaspoons olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
    • 1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

    Instructions
     

    • Clean the shrimp by removing the shell and the vein.
    • Sprinkle cajun seasoning over shrimp and toss to coat.
    • Melt butter with oil in a skillet.
    • Add garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes, until fragrant and golden.
    • Add shrimp to pan along with brown sugar. Stri to melt sugar in butter.
    • Cook shrimp on both sides until pink, about 2 to 3 minutes.
    • Remove from heat so the shrimp does not overcook.
    • Garnish with parsley and serve.

    Notes

    • If you don't have cajun seasoning, you can easily make my homemade version with simple spices: https://www.crunchycreamysweet.com/cajun-seasoning/
    • Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 293mg | Sodium: 884mg | Potassium: 141mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 950IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 3mg
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    1. Deanna says

      May 15, 2021 at 7:05 pm

      My daughter can’t have dairy. Do you think it would be good without it?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 15, 2021 at 7:14 pm

        Hi Deanna! You can skip the butter and use more oil. I hope you both love it!

        Reply
    2. Natalie says

      March 25, 2021 at 1:17 pm

      5 stars
      I think this is the tastiest shrimp I've ever had!! Love the cajun seasonings!!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        March 26, 2021 at 10:37 pm

        Thank you so much, Natalie!

        Reply
    3. Beth says

      March 25, 2021 at 1:16 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so tasty and amazing! My daughter and I are going to love this recipe! So excited! Going to the store now!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        March 26, 2021 at 10:37 pm

        Enjoy, Beth!

        Reply
    4. Audrey Dander says

      March 25, 2021 at 12:44 pm

      5 stars
      My family LOVED this! I did cut the cajun seasoning a bit in case it would be too much for my kids and I am making it again with the full amount. It is SO good!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        March 26, 2021 at 10:37 pm

        I am so glad! Thank you, Audrey!

        Reply

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