5-Spice Cajun Shrimp

Serves 4

15 min

5-Spice Cajun Shrimp

Recipe GLPR1082ea2c5e4d8a

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Cajun
Main Course
15 min
Servings: 4
Grill
SNAP eligible

A bold and flavorful grilled shrimp dish seasoned with a Cajun spice blend of paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, chili powder, and salt. Shrimp are grilled until pink and opaque, then brightened with fresh lemon juice for a quick, high-protein meal.

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons paprika

2 tablespoons garlic powder

2 tablespoons black pepper

2 tablespoons salt

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Directions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat for 5 minutes.

  2. In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and chili powder. Mix well to create the Cajun spice blend.

  3. Place the shrimp in a large bowl. Sprinkle the spice blend over the shrimp and toss gently until all pieces are evenly coated.

  4. Place the seasoned shrimp directly on the grill grates. Cook for 2 minutes on the first side.

  5. Sprinkle half of the lemon juice evenly over the shrimp. After 3 more minutes, flip the shrimp to the other side.

  6. Sprinkle the remaining lemon juice over the shrimp. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque throughout, with an internal temperature of 145°F.

  7. Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and serve immediately.