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Blackened Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet

Savor This Blackened Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet in 20 Minutes

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Enjoy this Blackened Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet, a delightful low-carb, gluten-free meal ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Louisiana
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Raw shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Blackening seasoning Or Cajun seasoning
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Or coconut oil
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Vegetable stock Or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust based on heat preference
For the Veggies
  • 1 bunch Asparagus Or substitute with green beans
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Coat the shrimp in blackening seasoning and let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until opaque.
  4. In the same skillet, add oil, butter, vegetable stock, lemon juice, and sriracha; simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Add asparagus to the sauce and cook for 4-6 minutes until tender.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet, stir to combine, and serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months for best results.

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