Blackened Shrimp Recipe

blackened shrimp on blue plate with fork on side

Seasoned with smoky spices, this blackened shrimp recipe delivers bold flavors straight to the table. The best part is how quick and easy it is, making it an ideal choice for a quick yet impressive meal!

Course Appetizer, entree, Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword blackened shrimp, Cast iron skillet shrimp, cooked shrimp

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 183kcal

Author Tanya

Ingredients

1 pound medium raw shrimp peeled and deveined, rinsed and patted dry
1 Tablespoon Blackened seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
Lemon wedges for serving
Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Place the shrimp in a large bowl and sprinkle with Cajun or blackened seasoning. Toss to coat evenly. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes on one side until the shrimp starts to turn opaque.
Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.
Add the unsalted butter to the pan and stir it into the shrimp to coat them. Remove the from the heat.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side, for squeezing over the shrimp.

Notes

Serve the blackened shrimp as an appetizer, over a salad, or with your favorite side dish. You could also use them as a base for tacos.

If you prefer, you can grill the shrimp instead of cooking them in a skillet. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, then baste with melted butter.

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