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Delicious Baked Honey Cajun Shrimp garnished with herbs and spices

Baked Honey Cajun Shrimp

A delightful mix of sweet honey and bold Cajun spices, this dish is quick to prepare and packed with flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Seafood
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the shrimp
  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil.
  3. Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until the shrimp are well coated.
  4. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Bake the shrimp for about 10-12 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque.
  2. Drizzle honey over the shrimp while they are still hot, then toss to combine.
  3. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 450mgSugar: 5g

Notes

For added heat, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or using a spicier Cajun blend. You can also substitute honey with maple syrup for a lighter version. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.

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