Blackened Shrimp
These boldly spiced blackened shrimp cook in under 5 minutes making them one of the fastest high protein quick recipes you can make. A homemade blackening spice blend creates a deeply flavored crust that is smoky and slightly spicy.
Boldly spiced blackened shrimp ready in under 10 minutes.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
Mix Blackening Spice
Combine smoked paprika garlic powder cayenne and dried oregano in a small bowl. Toss shrimp in the spice blend until every piece is evenly coated.
Heat the Pan
Heat butter in a cast iron skillet over high heat until the butter begins to smoke slightly. A very hot pan is essential for the blackened crust to form.
Cook the Shrimp
Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until the spices are deeply charred and shrimp curl into a C shape indicating doneness.
Serve
Serve immediately with lemon wedges over rice grits or in tacos for a complete quick meal.
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