Quick & Easy Blackened Shrimp

Quick & Easy Blackened Shrimp with Optional Remoulade Sauce – Bold, Flavorful, and Ready in Minutes

If you’re looking for a quick, easy, and incredibly flavorful dish, this Quick & Easy Blackened Shrimp recipe is exactly what you need. With a perfect blend of spices and a quick sear, this shrimp dish is smoky, spicy, and irresistibly tasty. Add an optional creamy, tangy remoulade sauce, and you have a restaurant-quality meal ready in just 15 minutes.

Why You’ll Love This Blackened Shrimp Recipe

This recipe brings out the best in shrimp with a blackening spice mix that’s packed with flavor, and it’s so easy to make. You can adjust the heat to your preference, and the optional remoulade sauce adds a cool, creamy contrast to the spice. Serve this shrimp as an appetizer, over rice, or with a salad for a versatile, crowd-pleasing meal.

Quick & Easy Blackened Shrimp Recipe

Ingredients

For the Remoulade Sauce (Optional):

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard (preferably Creole mustard)
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cajun or Creole seasoning (Louisiana, Tony Chachere’s, etc.)
• 2 teaspoons capers (roughly chopped)
• 1 teaspoon horseradish
• ½ teaspoon pickle juice (dill or sweet)
• ½ teaspoon hot sauce (Tabasco, Crystal, Louisiana, etc.)
• 1 clove garlic (minced or smashed)

For the Blackened Shrimp:

• 2 teaspoons paprika
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅛-¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 pound raw shrimp (26 to 30 count, peeled and deveined)
• 1-2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

For the Remoulade Sauce (Optional):

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, whole grain mustard, sweet paprika, Cajun or Creole seasoning, capers, horseradish, pickle juice, hot sauce, and garlic until fully combined.
2. Serve immediately with the blackened shrimp, or refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors meld.

For the Blackened Shrimp:

1. In a small bowl, combine the paprika, salt, cayenne pepper, cumin, thyme, black pepper, and onion powder until well-blended.
2. Place the shrimp in a medium bowl and toss with the spice blend until evenly coated. Set aside.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.
4. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 minute without stirring. Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 1 minute, or until they are opaque and curled into a “J” shape. Be careful not to overcook.
5. Remove from heat, transfer the shrimp to a serving dish, and serve warm with the remoulade sauce (if using).

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Calories: 180 kcal per serving
• Servings: 4 servings

Tips for Making Perfect Blackened Shrimp

• Adjust the Heat: Control the spice level by adjusting the cayenne pepper in the spice mix.
• Cook in a Single Layer: For even cooking and a good sear, cook the shrimp in a single layer without crowding the pan.
• Be Quick: Shrimp cook fast, so keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking, which can make them tough.

Serving Suggestions

This Quick & Easy Blackened Shrimp is versatile and pairs well with various sides:

• Serve Over Rice: A bed of rice or quinoa helps soak up the bold flavors.
• Make Shrimp Tacos: Add to tortillas with slaw and avocado for delicious shrimp tacos.
• Serve with Salad: A fresh green salad with a citrus vinaigrette complements the spiced shrimp.

Storing Leftovers

Store any leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Enjoy them cold in a salad or gently reheat in a skillet.

Final Thoughts

This Quick & Easy Blackened Shrimp is a simple yet flavorful recipe that’s sure to impress. With the optional remoulade sauce, each bite brings a delicious balance of spice and creaminess. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this recipe will quickly become a favorite.

Quick & Easy Blackened Shrimp

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• Author: Dulcia
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 4 1x

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Description

This Quick & Easy Blackened Shrimp is a perfect way to bring big, bold flavors to your weeknight dinners. The shrimp are coated in a smoky, spicy blend of paprika, cayenne, and herbs, then quickly seared to perfection. Each bite delivers a satisfying punch of heat, balanced by the creamy, tangy remoulade sauce. It’s a simple yet impressive dish that can be on the table in just 15 minutes!

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Ingredients

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For the Remoulade Sauce (Optional):
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard (preferably Creole mustard)
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon Cajun or Creole seasoning (Louisiana, Tony Chachere’s, etc.)
2 teaspoons capers (roughly chopped)
1 teaspoon horseradish
½ teaspoon pickle juice (dill or sweet)
½ teaspoon hot sauce (Tabasco, Crystal, Louisiana, etc.)
1 clove garlic (minced or smashed)
For the Blackened Shrimp:
2 teaspoons paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛–¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
1 pound raw shrimp (26 to 30 count, peeled and deveined)
1–2 tablespoons olive oïl

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Instructions

For the Remoulade Sauce (Optional):
In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, whole grain mustard, sweet paprika, Cajun or Creole seasoning, capers, horseradish, pickle juice, hot sauce, and garlic until fully combined.
Serve immediately with the blackened shrimp or refrigerate for at least one hour to let the flavors meld (preferred).
For the Blackened Shrimp:
In a small bowl, mix the paprika, salt, cayenne pepper, cumin, thyme, black pepper, and onion powder until the spices are well-blended.
Place the shrimp in a medium bowl and toss them with the spice blend until evenly coated. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the olive oil and swirl it around to coat the pan.
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 1 minute without disturbing. Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 1 minute, or until the shrimp are opaque and curled into a “J” shape. Be careful not to overcook.
Remove from heat and transfer the shrimp to a serving dish. Serve warm with the remoulade sauce (if using) and your favorite sides.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes

Nutrition

• Calories: 180