BAKED CAJUN SHRIMP

You got it! 🔥 Here’s a bold and flavorful recipe for Baked Cajun Shrimp — juicy shrimp tossed in zesty Cajun seasoning, baked to perfection in just minutes. Super easy, super delicious!

🔥 Baked Cajun Shrimp

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter

• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade — see below)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra depth)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)

• Lemon wedges (for serving)

🧑‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat oven:
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.

2. Season the shrimp:
   In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil or butter, Cajun seasoning, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

3. Arrange and bake:
   Spread shrimp in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
   Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until shrimp are pink, opaque, and slightly curled.

4. Optional broil:
   For extra char, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end — just keep a close eye!

5. Serve:
   Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve with lemon wedges. Great over rice, pasta, grits, or on its own!

🔥 Optional Homemade Cajun Seasoning:

Mix together:

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp onion powder

• 1/2 tsp dried thyme

• 1/4 tsp cayenne (or more for heat)

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper