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Spicy Voodoo Shrimp

A quick and flavorful dish featuring shrimp marinated in a zesty spice blend, cooked to perfection in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon Voodoo seasoning (or Cajun seasoning) Adjust according to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Fresh garlic is key
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust to taste
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Can substitute with lime juice for a twist
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
For cooking
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For frying

Method
 

Marinating the shrimp
  1. In a bowl, combine the shrimp with Voodoo seasoning, garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 15 minutes.
Cooking the shrimp
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are cooked through.
  3. Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.
Serving
  1. Serve with scrambled eggs or avocado toast, garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat on low heat to avoid rubbery shrimp.