Blackened Shrimp

Blackened Shrimp

from jocooks.com
Appetizer
40 min
4 servings
227 kcal / serving

These delicious Blackened Shrimp are the perfect versatile weeknight meal. Try them in tacos, lettuce wraps, on pasta, rice, or simply on their own!

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoonchili powder
  • 1 tablespoonpaprika
  • 1 teaspooncumin
  • 1 teaspoonoregano (dried)
  • 1 teaspoongarlic powder
  • 2 teaspoonbrown sugar
  • 1 teaspoonsalt
  • ½ teaspoonpepper
  • 1 ½ poundsshrimp (uncooked, peeled)
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil
  • 4 clovesgarlic (minced)
  • cilantro (fresh, chopped)
  • lime wedges

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine the chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Dump the mixture over the shrimp and mix well. Set aside to marinate for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes. 

  3. 3

    Add the garlic, stir, and cook for 30 seconds. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges to serve.