Crispy Cajun Shrimp With Creamy Sauce
Crispy Cajun Shrimp With Creamy Sauce is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Cajun cuisine to your table. This easy-to-make recipe features succulent shrimp coated in a flavorful blend of spices, then grilled to perfection for a satisfying crunch. Paired with a rich and creamy dipping sauce, this dish is perfect as an appetizer or a main course, making it an excellent choice for casual get-togethers or elegant dinner parties. With just 20 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can indulge in this savory seafood delight any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil and spices. Toss to coat evenly.
- Preheat your grill or grilling pan over medium heat. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until bright pink and opaque.
- While shrimp are grilling, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, parsley, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve grilled shrimp hot with the creamy sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg