Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce
Get ready to elevate your dining experience with Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce! This dish features succulent shrimp pan-seared to golden perfection, coated in a smoky Cajun seasoning that delivers a delightful crunch. Topped with a zesty creamy sauce that balances heat and flavor, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. With its quick preparation and versatile serving options, you’ll find this dish not only meets your cravings but impresses anyone at the table. Enjoy it as an appetizer, in tacos, or over a fresh salad for a burst of flavor any night of the week!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 ½ tbsp Cajun seasoning
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (to taste)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and toss in Cajun seasoning until fully coated.
- Lightly dredge seasoned shrimp in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear shrimp for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, hot sauce, paprika, garlic powder, and lemon juice to create the creamy sauce.
- Serve cooked shrimp drizzled with sauce and garnished with chopped herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 shrimp (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
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