Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce
Enjoy delicious Crispy Cajun Shrimp with Creamy Sauce that’s quick and easy! Perfect for dinner tonight—give it a try!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- Toss shrimp in Cajun seasoning until fully coated.
- Dredge seasoned shrimp lightly in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear shrimp in batches for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, hot sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and lemon juice for the creamy sauce.
- Serve shrimp drizzled with the sauce and garnish with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg