Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp
Directions
- 1Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on, and pat them dry.
- 2Season the shrimp with your favorite Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika, then mix and let them sit for about 15 minutes.
- 3Heat avocado oil in a pan.
- 4Sear the shrimp for about two minutes per side until they look cooked.
- 5Remove the cooked shrimp from the pan and let them rest.
- 6Deglaze the pan with chicken broth.
- 7Lower the heat, add butter to the pan, and let it melt.
- 8Add lemon zest and lemon juice to the pan.
- 9Add Worcestershire sauce and season with a little Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika.
- 10Sprinkle in fresh chopped parsley.
- 11Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- 12Add the shrimp and any resting juices back to the skillet.
- 13Coat the shrimp fully in the butter sauce.
- 14Finish with some fresh chopped parsley.
Ingredients
- shrimp
- Cajun seasoning
- smoked paprika
- avocado oil
- chicken broth
- butter
- lemon zest
- lemon juice
- Worcestershire sauce
- fresh chopped parsley
- minced garlic
Equipment
pantongsbowlplatewooden spoonzester
Tips
- Serve with rice or toss pasta directly in the butter sauce.
- The recipe is quick and easy, perfect for dinner under 30 minutes.