🔥 Viral Baked Cajun Shrimp 🍤
“TikTok made us try it… now we can’t stop making it!”
Juicy shrimp coated in bold Cajun spices, baked to perfection in just minutes.
Spicy, smoky, and packed with flavor — this one’s definitely internet-famous for a reason!
📝 Ingredients
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (raw)
- 1 tbsp canola oil (or olive oil)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- Optional: Fresh parsley & lemon wedges
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly spray with oil.
2️⃣ Coat the Shrimp
Place shrimp in a bowl. Add oil and toss until evenly coated.
3️⃣ Mix the Spices
In a small bowl, combine paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, cayenne, thyme, and oregano.
4️⃣ Season
Sprinkle spice mix over shrimp and toss until fully coated.
5️⃣ Bake
Arrange shrimp in a single layer. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until pink and cooked through.
6️⃣ Serve
Garnish with parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon. Serve immediately.
✨ Pro Tips
- Don’t overbake — shrimp cook fast!
- Add a drizzle of melted butter for extra richness.
- Serve with rice, pasta, corn, or garlic bread.
💬 Why It Went Viral
- Ready in 10 minutes
- Bold Cajun flavor
- Perfect weeknight dinner
- Family-approved and TikTok famous 😍
Warning: This might become your new weekly request 😉
