Description
Cajun shrimp and sausage is a deliciously bold dish that combines succulent shrimp with savory sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and spicy seasoning for a flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz smoked turkey sausage, sliced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers (red, green, yellow), chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups cooked brown rice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining them. Chop bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add sliced sausage to the skillet and cook until golden brown on the edges (around 5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and Cajun seasoning, then add shrimp. Cook until shrimp turn pink (about 3 to 4 minutes).
- Add bell peppers and cook until tender yet crisp (approximately 3 minutes).
- Serve over cooked brown rice if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute turkey sausage with chicken or plant-based options for a different flavor profile.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more Cajun seasoning or fresh herbs.
- A splash of lemon juice before serving can enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg