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Crispy Cajun Shrimp With Creamy Sauce delights your taste!

Crispy Cajun Shrimp With Creamy Sauce delights your taste!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, soak the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes to tenderize.
  2. In another bowl, combine flour, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Remove shrimp from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  5. Fry the shrimp in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to make the creamy sauce.
  7. Serve the crispy Cajun shrimp hot with the creamy sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try adding chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro to the creamy sauce.
  • You can also substitute the shrimp with chicken tenders for a different protein option.
  • For a lighter version, bake the shrimp in the oven at 400°F for about 12-15 minutes instead of frying.

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