Why You’ll Love this Blackened Shrimp Recipe
- Quick – Ready in less than 15 minutes, this recipe is super quick to make.
- Easy – Just toss your shrimp in some spices and cook – that’s it!
- Versatile – From tacos to salads to bowls, there are so many ways to enjoy blackened shrimp.
- Bold Flavors – The blackening seasoning ensures these Cajun shrimp pack a flavor punch.
- Protein Packed – A great source of protein to add to any meal.
Blackened Shrimp Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this easy blackened shrimp recipe:
- Shrimp – You can use small, medium, or jumbo shrimp, as well as fresh or frozen shrimp for this recipe. Just be sure to thaw the frozen shrimp before cooking them.
- Blackening Seasoning – A mixture of spices to create a homemade blackening seasoning; paprika, garlic, onion, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Olive Oil – A bit of oil to cook the shrimp and add some healthy fats.
Dietary Adaptions
To Make it Gluten-Free: No adaptations are needed, this recipe is gluten-free.
To Make it Dairy-Free: No adaptations are needed, this recipe is dairy-free.
How to Make Blackened Shrimp
Once you’ve created your spice mixture, blackening shrimp (or any seafood for that matter) is easy. Here’s how to make blackened shrimp:
- Combine your spices in a small jar or bowl,
- Add the shrimp to a bowl and sprinkle with the spices,
- Toss to coat the shrimp in the seasoning,
- Heat a skillet to medium-high heat and add the shrimp,
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until darkened and crispy,
- That’s it!
You can find the detailed instructions in the recipe card below.
