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Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce

Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce
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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce! This delightful dish features juicy shrimp pan-seared to golden perfection, enveloped in a smoky Cajun crust. Topped with a zesty, creamy sauce, it delivers an explosion of flavors that will elevate any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back gatherings, this easy recipe is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as an appetizer, main course, or taco filling. Impress your guests with restaurant-quality results right in your own kitchen—every bite of this crispy, spicy creation is a culinary dream you’ll want to savor time and again.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and toss them in Cajun seasoning until well coated. Lightly dredge in flour.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, hot sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and lemon juice until combined.
  4. Arrange cooked shrimp on a serving dish and drizzle with the creamy sauce. Garnish with chopped herbs.

Nutrition

Keywords: For extra heat, increase the amount of hot sauce in the creamy sauce. Serve the shrimp over rice or in tacos for a complete meal experience. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2–3 days.

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