HOT CAJUN SHRIMP APPETIZER

Hot Cajun Shrimp Appetizer image

The easiest shrimp appetizer that is a perfect blend of savory, spicy, and smoky flavors. Serve it with a crusty, buttered bread to please any shrimp-loving crowd.

Provided by thefoodieexpress

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon ground paprika
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add shrimp and saute for 1 to 2 minutes. Add onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, paprika, red pepper flakes, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Add water to ensure spices don't burn.
Mix well and let the shrimp continue to cook over medium heat until shrimp are firm, 3 to 4 minutes, taking care not to overcook them. Add butter, mix well, and remove from the heat once the shrimp are cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 180.2 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 0.5 g