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Cajun Hot Honey Shrimp

Cajun Hot Honey Shrimp for a Bold and Flavorful Feast

This Cajun Hot Honey Shrimp recipe is a delightful fusion of spicy and sweet, ready to impress in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning adjust according to heat preference
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons butter or use olive oil for a lighter option
  • 2 cloves garlic fresh minced
  • 1 tablespoon thyme or Italian seasoning as substitute
For Sweetness
  • 1/4 cup honey adjust based on sweetness preference
For Brightness
  • 1/2 lemon lemon juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and bubbly.
  2. Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning in a bowl, then add to the hot skillet.
  3. Sear shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  4. Add minced garlic and thyme; stir together and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour honey over the shrimp and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until caramelized.
  6. Squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy this Cajun Hot Honey Shrimp with tacos or salads for added flair.

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