Description
A flavorful Cajun dish featuring shrimp marinated in spices and cooked with vegetables in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Cooked rice or crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the garlic, onion, and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 5 minutes.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot over cooked rice or with crusty bread, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
- For a milder version, reduce or omit the cayenne pepper.
- Add a splash of hot sauce for extra heat or toss in some cooked sausage for a heartier dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg