đ€ What Makes This Recipe So Good
Cajun shrimp is one of the best recipes for anyone with a packed, hectic schedule. Or anyone who just doesnât have time to make an involved, elaborate meal. Or who likes shrimp. Ok, itâs great for everyone. But it really is a solid option to keep in mind if you donât have a ton of time to cook. Thereâs no special prep needed, and shrimp cooks in a matter of minutes, so you could be sitting down to your meal in as little as 10 minutes depending on your sides. The simple butter sauce is absolutely incredible, full of flavor and the right amount of heat. If youâre not a fan of heat, donât worry. You can dial down the amount of cayenne you use, or leave it out entirely. I highly recommend using at least â teaspoon, though. It really makes a difference! Youâll be amazed by how versatile Cajun shrimp is. It can be a totally different dish every time just by changing up your sides! Serve it with pasta a la shrimp carbonara, or pair it with white rice for a twist on this shrimp scampi with rice. Have it with mashed potatoes, grits, roasted okra, or make it into a po-boy-style sandwich like our copycat Liuzzaâs BBQ Shrimp Po-Boy.
đ©đŒâđł Chefâs Tips
I said it before, but it bears repeating. Cajun shrimp cooks so quickly, which is great! But it also means you can easily overcook things if youâre not careful. When you start the recipe, keep a close eye on the butter. Browned butter is delicious, but not what weâre going for here. The shrimp will only need 2-3 minutes in the pan total. Time it wrong and youâll have rubbery, tough shrimp thatâs unpleasant to eat. The spice blend in this recipe is incredibly simple and uses every day spices you can find at basically any grocery store. Youâre welcome to use a store-bought Cajun seasoning, like Tony Chachereâs, instead of the homemade blend if you want. Any size shrimp works here. Most likely youâll be using frozen shrimp, so make sure to defrost them in the fridge overnight before cooking your Cajun shrimp dish.
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