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Cajun Shrimp Scampi

This Cajun shrimp scampi is so quick and simple that you can prepare it any weekday. But it's so sophisticated and delicious that you might want to keep it for special occasions!
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cajun Shrimp Scampi
Yield: 4

Materials

  • 1 lb shrimp
  • 4 garlic cloves chopped
  • 4 Tbsp butter
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning see note 1
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh ground pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for garnishing

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil and 3 tablespoons butter.
  • Add garlic and sauté for 30-60 secondsAdd white wine and reduce for 2-3 minutes.Stir in the shrimp and Cajun seasoning.Cook for 3–5 minutes, depending on the size of the shrimp.The shrimp should be almost completely cooked.Add the remaining butter, lemon juice, and cream.Stir and cook for a further minute.Season to taste with salt, pepper, and parsley.Serve hot with spaghetti or zoodles..

Notes

Be mindful of the salt amount of your Cajun seasoning. If you're using store-bought, this can vary greatly, so more salt may or may not be required.