Spicy Louisiana Cajun Shrimp With Chipotle

Submitted by Air Force Mama

"Adapted from Scrumpdillyicious"

 

• 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

• 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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Cover and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.

4. Baking:

5. Preheat oven to 350°F
6. Spread out the marinated shrimp onto a foil-lined baking sheet, and season with salt and pepper.
7. Bake until the shrimp curl up and turn pink, about 10-15 minutes.
8. Serve warm or at room temperature with a garnish of lemon or lime wedges.

9. Grilling:

10. Preheat an outdoor grill to medium and barbecue shrimp until they curl up and turn pink.

11. Sautéeing:

12. Preheat a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
13. Add about 1/2 tablespoon of oil, and once hot add the shrimp, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
14. Cook about 2 minutes per side.