Spicy Cajun Shrimp Skillet
Ingredients
- For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- For the Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp : In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, garlic, Cajun seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Cook the Vegetables : Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp : In the same skillet, add the seasoned shrimp. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Combine u0026 Finish : Return peppers and onions to the skillet. Toss everything together with lemon juice. Cook for another 1–2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Garnish u0026 Serve : Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.