Cajun Shrimp Sweet Corn (Print Version)

A vibrant dish combining spicy Cajun shrimp, sweet corn, and roasted baby potatoes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 small ears sweet corn, halved
03 - 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
04 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
05 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

→ Spices & Seasonings

06 - 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
10 - 1/2 tsp salt
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Dairy & Fats

12 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Optional

14 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the halved potatoes and corn with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt, and black pepper.
03 - Arrange the seasoned potatoes and corn evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
04 - While the potatoes and corn roast, combine shrimp, sliced bell pepper, remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in the same bowl.
05 - After 15 minutes, add the shrimp mixture to the baking sheet. Drizzle melted butter evenly over all ingredients.
06 - Roast for an additional 10 minutes until shrimp turn pink and potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
07 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve alongside lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Colorful and fresh
  • Easy one-pan preparation
02 -
  • Contains shellfish and dairy
  • To make dairy-free substitute plant-based butter
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat
  • Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes cut into 1 inch pieces for a different texture
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