Cajun Shrimp Sweet Corn (Printable Version)

A vibrant dish featuring spicy shrimp, sweet corn on the cob, and roasted potatoes for easy celebrations.

# Components:

→ 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 - ½ tsp garlic powder
09 - ½ tsp onion powder
10 - ½ tsp salt
11 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Dairy & Fats

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

→ Optional

14 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Method Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the baby potatoes and sweet corn with 1 tbsp olive oil, ½ tbsp Cajun seasoning, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper. Arrange evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast the potatoes and corn in the oven for 15 minutes to begin cooking.
04 - While the potatoes and corn roast, toss the shrimp and sliced red bell pepper in the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
05 - Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the seasoned shrimp and bell pepper to the sheet and drizzle the melted butter evenly over all ingredients.
06 - Return the sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 10 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and the potatoes are tender when pierced.
07 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the platter and serve alongside lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare for weeknights or entertaining
  • Bold Cajun flavors balanced by fresh sweet corn
02 -
  • Contains shellfish and dairy (butter)& check seasoning labels for allergens
  • To make dairy-free& use plant-based butter
03 -
  • Prep all veggies ahead of time for faster assembly
  • For extra heat& add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix
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