Spicy Louisiana Cajun Shrimp With Chipotle
- Ready In:
- 1hr 15mins
- Ingredients:
- 17
- Serves:
-
8
ingredients
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, with tail shell intact
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
- 1⁄2 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo, finely chopped
- 1⁄2 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 lemon (sliced in wedges for garnish)
- salt and pepper, for seasoning
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Cajun Spice Mix
- 5 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
directions
- For the Cajun spice mix, stir all ingredients together well in a small bowl to blend. Store in an airtight container or ziplock bag for maximum freshness.
- In a large bowl, toss together the shrimp with the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, brown sugar and chopped chipotles in adobo sauce, and mix well to fully coat the shrimp.
- Cover and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
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Baking:
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Spread out the marinated shrimp onto a foil-lined baking sheet, and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake until the shrimp curl up and turn pink, about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with a garnish of lemon or lime wedges.
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Grilling:
- Preheat an outdoor grill to medium and barbecue shrimp until they curl up and turn pink.
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Sautéeing:
- Preheat a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
- Add about 1/2 tablespoon of oil, and once hot add the shrimp, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
- Cook about 2 minutes per side.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Air Force Mama
United States