In this easy recipe, I season the shrimp with a bold Cajun-style seasoning. They’re ready in less than 20 minutes! I cook shrimp often for my family. I make recipes such as sauteed shrimp, sesame shrimp, and grilled shrimp. But whenever I have a bag of shrimp in the fridge, there’s a good chance I’ll make this recipe for broiled shrimp. The seasoning is fantastic - bold, savory, and flavorful. And just as importantly, it’s a quick and easy recipe.
Ingredients
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Shrimp: I use jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined, with the tails on. Olive oil: I love cooking with this flavorful oil. You can use avocado oil if you prefer an oil with a higher smoke point. Cajun seasoning: Kosher salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
Coat the shrimp with olive oil and spices. Mix gently but thoroughly. Broil them until cooked through. Depending on their size, this should take between 5 and 7 minutes. If using large shrimp (31-40 pieces per pound), check them after 5 minutes to see if they’re done. This recipe is not suitable for medium or small shrimp.
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Gently reheat them in the microwave, covered, at 50% power. Or add them cold to a salad such as this arugula salad or this Cobb salad. Yo can also freeze the cooled leftovers for up to three months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge before reheating.
