Description
Cajun shrimp scampi is a delightful and quick seafood dish that transforms your kitchen into a gourmet restaurant in under 30 minutes. This easy recipe features tender shrimp sautéed in a rich, buttery sauce infused with aromatic garlic and zesty Cajun seasoning. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is both flavorful and versatile. Whether paired with al dente pasta or served solo over fresh greens, it guarantees a satisfying meal that your family will love. Garnished with parsley and Parmesan, this visually stunning dish not only tastes amazing but also elevates any dinner table.
Ingredients
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- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 Tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Parsley and Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and 3 Tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.
- Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add white wine to deglaze the pan, stirring to combine.
- Incorporate shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp turn pink (about 3-5 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and remaining butter; mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add lemon juice, stir, and let simmer for one more minute.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley and Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 211g
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 240mg