Description
A flavorful shrimp dish inspired by the vibrant streets of New Orleans, combining succulent shrimp and aromatic vegetables with Cajun spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the shrimp and the Cajun seasoning, cooking until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Gently fold in the cooked rice, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook everything together until heated through, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions for a fresh touch.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the shrimp in Cajun seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking. Use fresh shrimp for the best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg