Cajun Shrimp Sweet Corn (Print Version)

Spicy Cajun shrimp paired with sweet corn and roasted potatoes for a festive summer spread.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 small ears sweet corn, halved
03 - 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
04 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
05 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

→ Spices & Seasonings

06 - 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
09 - 0.5 tsp onion powder
10 - 0.5 tsp salt
11 - 0.25 tsp black pepper

→ Dairy & Fats

12 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Optional

14 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, toss halved baby potatoes and sweet corn with 1 tbsp olive oil, 0.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 0.5 tsp salt, and black pepper.
03 - Arrange the seasoned potatoes and corn on the baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
04 - In the same bowl, combine shrimp, sliced red bell pepper, remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
05 - After initial roasting, add shrimp and bell pepper mixture to the baking sheet and drizzle melted butter evenly over all ingredients.
06 - Roast for an additional 10 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and potatoes are fork-tender.
07 - Sprinkle chopped parsley over the platter and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Spicy Cajun shrimp with sweet corn and roasted potatoes
  • Perfect for festive meals or summer gatherings
02 -
  • For extra heat add a pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Substitute baby potatoes with Yukon Gold or red potatoes cut into 1 inch pieces
03 -
  • Use fresh parsley for garnish to add a pop of color
  • Serve immediately for best flavor and texture
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