Cajun Shrimp

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Shrimp seasoned with paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic, and red pepper.

Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 5 mins

Total: 10 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Cajun Shrimp

Ingredients

1 teaspoon paprika

¾ teaspoon dried thyme

¾ teaspoon dried oregano

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

or more to taste

1 ½ pounds large shrimp

peeled and deveined

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

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Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Nutritional Information

Cajun Shrimp

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 166.1

% Daily Value *

Protein: 28g 56%

Carbohydrates: 0.9g

Dietary Fiber: 0.5g 2%

Sugars: 0.1g

Fat: 5g 8%

Saturated Fat: 0.9g 5%

Cholesterol: 258.9mg 86%

Vitamin A Iu: 668.3IU 13%

Niacin Equivalents: 3.6mg 28%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 13%

Vitamin C: 3.7mg 6%

Folate: 6.9mcg 2%

Calcium: 63.3mg 6%

Iron: 4.7mg 26%

Magnesium: 48.1mg 17%

Potassium: 267.7mg 8%

Sodium: 443.2mg 18%

Calories From Fat: 44.9

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.