Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetables
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Green onions for garnish
Pantry
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup cooked rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté vegetables: Add diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes, to bring out their flavors.
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, enhancing the dish’s aroma.
- Cook the shrimp: Add peeled shrimp, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- Simmer with tomatoes: Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juices) and simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors and slightly reduce the sauce.
- Mix in rice: Add cooked rice to the skillet and heat through, stirring to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Season and garnish: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving warm.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level for a milder or spicier dish.
- Adding sliced andouille sausage complements the shrimp and adds extra smoky flavor.
- Use day-old rice for best texture and to avoid mushiness.
- For gluten-free diet, ensure Cajun seasoning is certified gluten-free.
- This recipe can be doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun / Creole
- Diet: Gluten Free
