Description
Louisiana-style Baked Cajun Shrimp brings spicy seafood magic straight from New Orleans kitchens. Juicy shrimp sizzle with bold Cajun spices, promising a zesty culinary adventure that connects home cooks with authentic Southern flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Lemon wedges for serving
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) of Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) of sweet paprika
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) of cayenne pepper, or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) of red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) of garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) of onion powder
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) of dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) of dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) of olive oil
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Tin foil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius), ensuring the cooking area is ready for the spicy seafood preparation.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly coat the raw shrimp with olive oil, blending in a robust mixture of Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes until each crustacean is evenly seasoned.
- Select a generously sized aluminum foil sheet and carefully center the herb-infused shrimp in the middle of the sheet.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice across the seasoned shrimp, then sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Meticulously fold and crimp the aluminum foil edges, creating a hermetic seal that will trap moisture and intensify the aromatic spices during the cooking process.
- Transfer the sealed foil packet onto a sturdy baking tray, then slide into the preheated oven for approximately 15 to 20 minutes, watching for the shrimp to transform into a vibrant pink hue indicating perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and serve directly within the foil packet for minimal cleanup, garnishing with chopped fresh parsley and accompanying lemon wedges to provide a bright, zesty finishing touch.
Notes
- Spice up your seafood game with this zesty Cajun shrimp recipe that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into a flavor explosion.
- Aluminum foil packets are kitchen magic, trapping moisture and infusing every succulent shrimp with bold, intense Cajun seasonings.
- Quick cooking method ensures tender, perfectly cooked shrimp without losing any of those incredible spicy, aromatic flavors.
- Minimal cleanup means more time enjoying your delicious meal and less time scrubbing dishes after dinner.
- Versatile dish that pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or a crisp salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Fresh parsley and lemon wedges add a bright, fresh finish that cuts through the rich, spicy Cajun seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg