Blackened Shrimp

Total: 15 mins
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 5 mins
Yield: 1 pan (6 servings)

ratings

This dish packs the most flavor with the least amount of effort and time. Blackening seasoning is found in Cajun cooking and is typically made from a mixture of chili powders, herbs, and spices, then rubbed on proteins (such as chicken and shrimp) to create a spicy and piquant flavor profile. This recipe calls for chili powder and cayenne as the spicy components. However, consider adding 1/8 teaspoon ghost pepper powder to your blend to up the spice even more! Serve this dish alongside red beans and rice, risotto, or on top of a green salad.

You could also easily switch to chicken breast, just up the cook time.

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic minced
2 limes

Gather the ingredients.

The Spruce Eats / Morgan Walker
Combine the chili powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, cayenne, cumin, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

The Spruce Eats / Morgan Walker
In a medium bowl mix the seasoning mixture with the shrimp and mix well. Set aside to marinate for 30 minutes.

The Spruce Eats / Morgan Walker
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes.

The Spruce Eats / Morgan Walker
Add the garlic, stir, and cook for 30 seconds.

The Spruce Eats / Morgan Walker
Garnish with lime wedges to serve.

The Spruce Eats / Morgan Walker