This easy blackened shrimp recipe is a low-carb easy appetizer, packed with bold flavors and ready in just 10 minutes. You can eat it as a side dish or pair it with a salad for an easy lunch!
Drizzle about a tablespoon of oil and mix with all spices.
Refrigerate for about an hour (optional if you have time).
On the stovetop:
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a cast-iron pot.
Spread shrimps on a single layer (do not stack).
Cook about 5 mins on both sides or until shrimp is blackened.
In the oven:
Preheat oven to 350F.
Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake for 10 mins.
In the air fryer
Preheat air fryer.
Spread shrimps in a single layer and bake for 5 mins.
Flip and bake for another 5 minutes.
Notes
This recipe serves 4 and contains 0 net carbs per serving!
When making your marinade, have fun with the spices in your spice cabinet or pantry. Paprika and cayenne are key for blackening the shrimp, but after that, you can add any dried herbs that you like. Mix it up with spices like creole seasoning, garlic powder, lime juice, onion powder, or you could add hot sauce for extra heat.
Make sure you cook the shrimps in a single layer to get that charred flavor.
If this option is available to you, you can grill your blackened shrimp. Use an outdoor barbeque for added smokiness. If you have an electric grill, this is a great excuse to bust it out.
Be careful not to overcook your shrimp. Overcooking shrimp makes them tough and overly chewy. For a perfectly tender bite, monitor your shrimps closely.