Grilled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Louisiana Remoulade
Juicy shrimp marinated in bold Cajun spices, grilled to perfection, and served with a tangy Louisiana-style remoulade sauce. This Louisiana-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 26 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, Cajun seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 2 tbsp minced green onions
- 1 tbsp minced fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Add 1 lb large shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: While shrimp marinates, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp hot sauce, 2 tbsp minced green onions, and 1 tbsp minced fresh parsley in a small bowl until smooth. Chill until ready to serve.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
- Step 4: Serve grilled shrimp immediately with the Louisiana remoulade sauce on the side for dipping.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Louisiana Remoulade take to make?
Total time is about 26 minutes (20 min prep + 6 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Louisiana Remoulade?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Louisiana Remoulade?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Louisiana Remoulade for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp with Louisiana Remoulade?
Louisiana seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
