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Spicy Cajun Shrimp & Okra Skewers recipe by Safe Plated

Spicy Cajun Shrimp & Okra Skewers

Grilled shrimp skewers marinated in a fiery Cajun spice blend with okra, offering a quick and flavorful snack. Perfect for parties or a quick protein boost.

15m prep + 10m cook4 servings
Contains shellfishDAIRY-free
180 cal|25g protein|8g carbs|5g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup Okra, sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Spice Blend
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1In a medium bowl, combine the 1 lb Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined, and the 1 cup Okra, sliced into 1-inch pieces.
  2. 2Add the 2 tbsp Avocado Oil, 2 tbsp Cajun Spice Blend, 1 tsp Garlic Powder, 1 tsp Onion Powder, 1/2 tsp Salt, and 1/4 tsp Black Pepper to the bowl with the shrimp and okra.
  3. 3Toss everything together until the shrimp and okra are evenly coated with the oil and spices.
  4. 4Carefully thread the coated shrimp and okra pieces onto skewers, alternating between shrimp and okra.
  5. 5Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, which is approximately 400-425°F (200-220°C).
  6. 6Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side.
  7. 7The skewers are done when the shrimp turns pink and opaque, and the okra is tender to the touch. This should take about 4-6 minutes total grilling time.

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