Spicy Cajun-Style Oven-Baked Shrimp
Ingredients:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for extra spice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Lemon wedges for serving
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400F 200C.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
Add shrimp to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Arrange shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes
Kcal: 180 kcal Servings: 4 servings
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