Crispy Cajun Shrimp: Indulgent Flavors with a Creamy Twist
Delve into the rich flavors of crispy Cajun shrimp paired with a creamy sauce that elevates this dish to indulgent heights.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- In a bowl, combine shrimp with Cajun seasoning and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
- Dredge marinated shrimp in flour, then dip in buttermilk.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the shrimp until golden brown and crispy.
- In another pan, melt butter and add garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring until well combined.
- Add the crispy shrimp to the creamy sauce, coating evenly.
- Serve hot with a garnish of fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For added crunch, consider double frying the shrimp.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference for spiciness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Crispy Cajun Shrimp, Creamy Sauce, Shrimp Recipes