Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce
Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce is a flavorful dish that combines perfectly seasoned shrimp with a rich and creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp Cajun seasoning (for sauce)
- Pinch of paprika (for sauce)
- Optional: a few dashes of hot sauce
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (for sauce)
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a bowl, toss them with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let rest for 5–10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, paprika, and hot sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes per side, or until cooked through and crispy. Work in batches if needed.
Notes
- Ensure the shrimp are completely dry before cooking for maximum crispiness.
- Feel free to add more Cajun seasoning if you prefer a spicier kick.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg