Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce
Get ready to delight your taste buds with our Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce! This quick and easy dish features succulent shrimp pan-seared to a perfect golden brown, coated in a smoky Cajun seasoning that adds a spicy kick. Topped with a zesty creamy sauce, this recipe is not only ideal for busy weeknights but also perfect for entertaining guests at casual gatherings. Whether served over rice, in tacos, or as an appetizer, the versatility of this dish makes it a must-try. Experience the bold flavors and satisfying crunch of this restaurant-quality meal right from your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- 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 (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Toss the shrimp in Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
- Lightly dredge them in flour, shaking off the excess.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the shrimp in a single layer for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, hot sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Serve the shrimp drizzled with creamy sauce and garnish with chopped parsley or chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 210mg