Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Tomato and Okra Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

A vibrant shrimp stew with bold Cajun spices, fresh tomatoes, and tender okra reflecting Southern U.S. heritage. This Southern American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs large shrimp, okra, roma tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 1 cup, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces okra
• 3 medium, diced roma tomatoes
• 1 small, diced yellow onion
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 small diced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Stir in 1 cup sliced okra, 3 diced roma tomatoes, 2 tsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables soften.
3. Step 3: Pour in 1 cup vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 7 minutes until the stew thickens slightly.
4. Step 4: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet, cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and 1 tbsp lemon juice for brightness. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.