Blackened Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Method

1. 1

   Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and place in a large bowl.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne, black pepper, and salt.

3. 3

   Drizzle the melted butter over the shrimp, then sprinkle with the spice mixture and toss until evenly coated.

4. 4

   Heat the vegetable oil in a 9-inch cast iron skillet over high heat until shimmering and just beginning to smoke, about 2 minutes.

   2:00 · Heat skillet
5. 5

   Add the shrimp in a single layer, working in batches if needed, and sear undisturbed until blackened and opaque on the bottom, about 2 minutes.

   2:00 · Sear first side
6. 6

   Flip the shrimp and cook until the second side is blackened and the shrimp are curled and opaque throughout, about 90 seconds.

   1:30 · Sear second side
7. 7

   Transfer the shrimp to a plate and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before serving.