When it comes to dishes that pack a punch, Cajun Garlic Shrimp stands out as a flavorful fusion of spicy, garlicky, and buttery goodness. Rooted in the heart of Southern cuisine, this dish blends the rich culinary traditions of Louisiana with the vibrant flavors of garlic and Cajun spices. Whether served as an appetizer, tossed into pasta, or layered over rice, Cajun Garlic Shrimp is a versatile and quick-to-make dish that satisfies every craving.
Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp
Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp is bold, buttery, and ready in just 15 minutes, a quick dinner with flavor that’ll impress the whole family.
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Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp is made in the most amazing cajun garlic butter sauce. This is ready in 15 minutes and a meal that will wow the family!
If you are looking for some more amazing shrimp recipes, be sure to try: Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp , Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Vegetable Skillet, or Sticky Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp.
Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp
I used to swear I’d never like seafood—especially shrimp. Growing up, I avoided it completely. But after having kids (and realizing my metabolism was no longer on my side… thanks, donuts 😅), I knew I had to start making some changes. I eased in with salmon smothered in sauce, and now it’s my go-to order at restaurants.
Shrimp, though? That took more convincing. My husband’s a shrimp superfan, so I promised to make a shrimp recipe every other week—and yes, I had to try it too. Turns out, I actually like it now. Recipes like this Cajun garlic butter shrimp totally won me over, and don’t even get me started on garlic butter steak and shrimp. That combo? Instant favorite.
How do you make cajun garlic butter shrimp?
- To start, whisk together your sauce. Add the soy sauce, brown sugar, olive oil, mustard and garlic.
- In a medium-sized skillet over medium high heat add the butter. Add the sauce and whisk and let reduce until the butter is melted about 2 minutes.
- Salt and pepper the shrimp and add to the sauce. Toss and cook in the sauce until the shrimp is opaque.
How long do I cook shrimp in the skillet?
Cook the shrimp stirring frequently, until they turn totally pink and opaque. This will usually take 4-5 minutes. watc it cardully as shrimp can get overcooked very fast!
What sides should I serve with shrimp?
We served this shrimp over rice with broccoli.
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Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp
Ingredients
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound large peeled and deveined shrimp
- salt and pepper
- sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together your ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard, 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
- In a medium-sized skillet over medium high heat, add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Add the sauce and whisk and let reduce until the butter is melted about 2 minutes.
- Prepare 1 pound large peeled and deveined shrimp by seasoning with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp to the sauce. Toss and cook in the sauce 4-5 minutes until the shrimp is opaque.
- Top with sliced green onions for garnish.
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