Cajun Shrimp

Shrimp seasoned with paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic, and red pepper.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 166 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
• 1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper in a sealable plastic bag; shake to mix. Add shrimp and shake to coat.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Cook and stir shrimp in hot oil until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 4 minutes.