Pan Seared Shrimp
Pan Seared Shrimp with a homemade cajun spice blend is the best shrimp, ever! You’re going to love it because it’s so easy to make and it’s the perfect addition to salads or pastas!
Servings 2 people
Calories 273kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil estra virgin
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp cayenne
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp thyme
Instructions
- Toss the shrimp, olive oil, garlic cloves, and spices together.
- In a medium cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and the shrimp, make sure they’re not touching!
- Sear the shrimp on each side for 3 minutes.
- Remove from the pan and serve with rice, pasta, or polenta!
Notes
*If you want to substitute the spice blend for cajun spice, use 2 tbsp of cajun spice in place of all of the spices (then feel free to omit the minced garlic or leave it for a more intense garlic flavor).
*You can make the shrimp immediately or marinate it for up to 24 hours.
*Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
*You can make the shrimp immediately or marinate it for up to 24 hours.
*Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 365mg | Sodium: 1436mg | Potassium: 693mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1228IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 2mg