5-Minute Cajun Shrimp
Large shrimp are flavored with thyme, oregano, garlic, cayenne, and paprika, to make this traditional Cajun shrimp dish. Simply add the seasonings then sauté the shrimp until done.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 4 mins
- Total Time: 14 mins
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Entree
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 1½ lb (680g) peeled, deveined large shrimp
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Mix the thyme, oregano, garlic, cayenne, paprika, salt and pepper in a Ziploc bag, shaking to mix.
- Add the shrimp and shake to coat.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over a moderate-high heat.
- Add the shrimp and cook for 4 minutes or until cooked through.
- When they are bright pink and the meat is no longer glossy or transparent in the middle, they are done.