2003 Cajun Shrimp

By boandozzy

1 serving equals 117 calories, 4 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 161 mg cholesterol, 479 mg sodium, 1 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 18 g protein.

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Cajun Shrimp in Light & Tasty December/January 2003, p23

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Preparation

Step 1

In a large nonstick skillet, saute the paprika, thyme, salt, nutmeg, garlic powder and cayenne in oil for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add shrimp; saute for 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally. Yield: 4 servings.