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