Description
Spicy Cajun shrimp medley dances with bold Louisiana flavors, delivering a zesty seafood experience. Quick skillet preparation ensures a delicious meal packed with authentic Creole seasonings you will savor completely.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cups (473 ml) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Cajun seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 400°F, positioning rack in center for optimal heat distribution.
- Seasoning Fusion: In a large mixing bowl, coat shrimp with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper, ensuring each morsel is thoroughly embraced by the robust spice blend.
- Vegetable Integration: Incorporate bell peppers, onions, and cherry tomatoes into the seasoned shrimp, gently tossing to create a vibrant, cohesive mixture that promises complex flavor profiles.
- Roasting Configuration: Spread the shrimp and vegetable medley onto a rimmed baking sheet in a single, even layer, preventing overcrowding to guarantee precise caramelization and thorough cooking.
- Culinary Transformation: Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, monitoring until shrimp turn opaque pink and vegetables achieve a tender, slightly charred exterior.
- Finishing Touch: Remove from oven and immediately garnish with fresh lemon wedges, chopped parsley, and a delicate drizzle of extra virgin olive oil to enhance the dish’s aromatic intensity.
Notes
- Seasoning Strategy: Massage Cajun spices thoroughly into shrimp for deep, penetrating flavor that transforms every bite.
- Vegetable Precision: Cut vegetables uniformly to ensure consistent cooking and balanced texture throughout the dish.
- Baking Sheet Hack: Use a large, rimmed sheet to prevent juices from spilling and allow proper heat circulation for even roasting.
- Doneness Detective: Watch shrimp closely; they’re perfectly cooked when they turn opaque pink and curl slightly, avoiding rubbery texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg