Cajun Shrimp and Rice Recipe

Name: Cajun Shrimp and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails intact; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 plum tomatoes, chopped; 2 bunches scallions, chopped; 3 cups cooked white rice; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails intact
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 bunches scallions, chopped
3 cups cooked white rice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

1
Heat the butter, olive oil and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2
Add the Cajun seasoning and shrimp and cook, stirring, until the shrimp begin to curl, about 1 minute.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
Add the tomatoes and scallions to the skillet and cook, stirring, about 1 minute.
5
Add the rice and 1/4 cup water and continue to cook until the rice is warmed through and the shrimp are opaque, about 3 more minutes.
6
Stir in the parsley and serve with lemon, if desired.
7
Per serving: Calories 357; Fat 11 g (Saturated 3 g); Cholesterol 176 mg; Sodium 537 mg; Carbohydrate 40 g; Fiber 3 g; Protein 23 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

729

kcal

Calories

Fat

115

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, and more.

Yes, Cajun Shrimp and Rice falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cajun Shrimp and Rice

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