Description
Experience a delightful twist on a classic dish with this Cajun Shrimp Scampi Recipe. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this quick and easy meal combines succulent shrimp with zesty Cajun flavors, garlic, and a touch of cream. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an impressive and versatile dish that can be served over pasta, with crusty bread, or as part of a low-carb meal paired with steamed vegetables. Garnished with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese, this flavorful seafood dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 Tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb shrimp
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup white wine (or chicken stock)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley and grated Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a wok over medium heat until melted.
- Sauté minced garlic until fragrant but not browned.
- Add white wine (or chicken stock) to deglaze the pan.
- Stir in shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook for 3-5 minutes until shrimp are pink.
- Mix in heavy cream and remaining butter for richness.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
- Let simmer for an additional minute before serving.
- Garnish with parsley and Parmesan, then serve over pasta or alongside crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg