Description
Cajun shrimp scampi is a flavorful, quick dinner option that brings the taste of the bayou to your table. This dish combines succulent shrimp with a rich, buttery sauce infused with garlic and Cajun spices, creating a mouthwatering experience that is sure to impress. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a restaurant-quality meal that your family will love.
Ingredients
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- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 Tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup white wine (or chicken stock)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Parsley and grated Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and 3 Tbsp butter in a wok over medium heat.
- Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add white wine (or chicken stock) to deglaze the pan.
- Stir in shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink (about 3-5 minutes).
- Incorporate heavy cream and remaining butter; stir until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper, then add lemon juice.
- Simmer for an additional minute, then remove from heat.
- Serve garnished with parsley and Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 240mg