Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsUrban KitchenBlackened Shrimp Recipe

Blackened Shrimp Recipe

Inspired by Urban Kitchen
Time25m
Serves4

Make Blackened Shrimp Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Cooking

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Blackening Spice

    In a medium bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a spice blend.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Shrimp

    Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place the shrimp in a large bowl and sprinkle the blackening spice mixture over them. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly with the spices.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 2 minutes.

  2. 4

    Cook the Shrimp

    Add the seasoned shrimp to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until the shrimp are blackened and opaque. Flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side until fully cooked.

  3. 5

    Serve

    Remove the skillet from heat. Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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