This Blackened Shrimp recipe is fast, flavorful and endlessly versatile. Made with a homemade blackening seasoning mix that delivers big on flavor and spice, these shrimp come together in minutes and work in tacos, bowls, salads and so much more.
1 Measure the [wprm-ingredient text="1 teaspoon paprika" uid="1"], [wprm-ingredient text="1 teaspoon chili powder" uid="2"], [wprm-ingredient text="¾ teaspoon garlic powder" uid="3"], [wprm-ingredient text="½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper" uid="4"], [wprm-ingredient text="½ teaspoon dried oregano" uid="5"], [wprm-ingredient text="¼ teaspoon dried basil" uid="6"], [wprm-ingredient text="¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper" uid="7"] and [wprm-ingredient text="¼ teaspoon kosher salt" uid="8"] into a small bowl. Stir until mixed. Set aside.
7 If you have not already, peel and devein the shrimp BEFORE proceeding.
2 Place the [wprm-ingredient text="1 lb. raw shrimp" uid="9"] into a medium-sized bowl. Sprinkle with the blackening seasoning, and toss until all shrimp are coated. (The seasoning will be thick. Don't fear that this will be too much — it makes it delicious!)
3 Heat a skillet with [wprm-ingredient text="1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil" uid="10"] over medium-high heat. (If doing this at a tailgate, you can throw the shrimp directly onto the grill! Or you can cook them on a skillet on the grill, if you so desire.)
4 When the oil is hot, add the shrimp.
5 Cook until pink and completely cooked through. This will take about 3-4 minutes on each side, depending on the heat.
6 Remove from the skillet, and enjoy!
