Cajun Grilled Shrimp

This week I am back to cooking full-time and could not be happier about it!  These shrimp are perfect for a summertime meal.  Quick and easy, light and delicious!  I served these with a salad and garlic cheddar biscuits for a fantastic dinner.  Although the spice rub is very simple to mix up, next time I may try some with just regular Cajun seasoning to make it even more low-maintenance.  I love Cajun seasoning and I think that would also give it a bit more heat.

Cajun Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients:

1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined

1-2 tbsp. olive oil

salt and pepper

½ tsp. dried thyme

½ tsp. dried oregano

½ tsp. paprika

½ tsp. garlic powder

pinch of cayenne pepper

 

Directions:

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.  Thread onto metal skewers.  Brush with olive oil.  Season to taste with salt and pepper.  Mix remaining spices in a small bowl.  Sprinkle spice mixture onto shrimp and pat lightly to help it stick.

 

Grill the skewers, covered, until the shrimp are barely charred and bright pink, about 6 minutes.

Source: adapted from Sensible Suppers and Decadent Desserts, originally from America’s Test Kitchen Family Cookbook