Roland Drum Sampled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp Stir Fry
A lively stir fry featuring shrimp tossed with Cajun spices and crisp vegetables. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 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 350 calories and feeds 3, 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
- 400 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced thin
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 400 g peeled and deveined large shrimp with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add the shrimp and stir fry for 2-3 minutes until pink and just cooked through; remove shrimp and set aside.
- Step 4: In the same skillet, add 1 sliced medium red bell pepper and 1 sliced medium yellow onion, stir frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 6: Return shrimp to the pan, stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp lime juice, tossing everything for 1 minute until well combined and heated through.
- Step 7: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 chopped scallions. Serve immediately over 2 cups cooked jasmine rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Roland Drum Sampled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Roland Drum Sampled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp Stir Fry?
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 Roland Drum Sampled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp Stir Fry?
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 Roland Drum Sampled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Roland Drum Sampled Cajun-Spiced Shrimp Stir Fry?
Asian Fusion 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.
