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blackened shrimp

Blackened shrimp

Course Main Course

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • saucepan
  • skillet
  • serving dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb medium white shrimp
  • seasong blend (homemade or store bought): 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper, 1 tbsp paprika, 1/2 tbsp cayenne pepper, 2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp thyme
  • 2-3 tbsp melted butter
  • olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Begin by melting a few tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Heat just until melted, making sure not to burn the butter
  • While the butter is melting, prepare a spice blend of salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and thyme. The blend can be homemade, or you can purchase a spice blend at the grocery store
  • Next, combine the shrimp, melted butter and seasonings in a bowl and let marinate in the fridge for about 1 hour
  • When you‘re ready to cook, heat a skillet to medium/high heat
  • Add olive oil and let heat for about 2 minutes. You want your skillet to be hot enough to create a nice sear on the outside of the shrimp
  • Cook the shrimp in an even layer in the skillet for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Cook in batches if necessary. Do not overcrowd your pan
  • Remove cooked shrimp from the pan and set aside
  • Once all of your shrimp is cooked, platter and serve immediately