Cajun Broiled Shrimp

By kathya5084

Ingredients

• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon cayenne
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 pounds (16/20 count) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ground black pepper
• lemon wedges (optional)

Details

Servings 12
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 10mins

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on.
In a small bowl, mash garlic and salt until a paste forms or add to processor to combine.
Add in cayenne, paprika, lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper.
Toss with the shrimp to combine
Place on a sheet pan in one layer.
Roast for 8 to 10 minutes, just until pink, firm and cooked through. Set aside to cool.
If desired, garnish with lemon wedges.
Calories:
18 per each 16/20 shrimp