Cajun Shrimp Scampi — Garlic-Butter Bliss with a Kick 🍤❤️
Introduction
Cajun Shrimp Scampi is the perfect marriage of buttery, garlicky goodness and a bold, Southern-inspired kick. Juicy shrimp are tossed in a fragrant sauce made of garlic, butter, and olive oil, then lightly spiced with Cajun seasoning for a meal that’s quick, decadent, and bursting with flavor. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up every bit of that luscious sauce. This dish is elegant enough for dinner guests yet simple enough for a weeknight treat.
Ingredients
- 450 g (1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 garlic cloves, minced (12 g / 0.4 oz)
- 4 tablespoons butter (56 g / 2 oz)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml / 1 fl oz)
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (2 g)
- Juice of ½ lemon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
- Optional: cooked pasta, rice, or crusty bread for serving
Directions
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