This Blackened Shrimp Recipe delivers the ultimate flavor explosion with a flavorful seasoning blend and crunchy breadcrumbs, all served over tender yellow rice.
Author’s Note
The Blackened Shrimp Combo I Can’t Stop Making!
My blackened chicken recipe is one of the most cooked meals in my house—I make a big batch of blackened seasoning every month and fly through it. It’s a total staple, so of course I had to channel those same bold flavors into a blackened shrimp recipe.
When I was thinking about what to serve with the shrimp, yellow rice immediately came to mind.
The first time I made it for my family, I threw together a fresh salad with a tangy vinaigrette too—and it was pure perfection.
Ingredients
- Shrimp: Use raw, peeled, and deveined shrimp, preferably large (26–30 per pound). Frozen (and thawed) shrimp works great too.
- Blackening Seasoning: You can buy it in the seasoning section or make your own!
- Corn: Fresh, frozen, or canned corn all work. Cut kernels off fresh corn.
- Tomatoes: Cherry tomatoes are great, but any type works.
- Yellow Rice: I use a store-bought mix to keep it straightforward but you can make your own.
How To Make Blackened Shrimp Recipe
Even though there are several components in this recipe, it comes together in just over a half hour. And if you make the salad in advance, it’ll save a few minutes of prep time.
Blackened Shrimp Recipe Tips
- Shrimp Size: Use large or jumbo shrimp so they stay juicy while crisping up.
- Pat Dry: Dry shrimp well so the butter and coating stick.
- Coating: Press breadcrumbs firmly onto shrimp for even texture and flavor.
- Don’t Crowd the Pan: Cook shrimp in batches to keep the pan hot and get a proper sear.
- Check Doneness: Shrimp is done when pink and opaque.
Variations
Switch Things Up!
- Different protein: Use chicken, steak, or tofu—just adjust the cook time.
- Other grains: Try bulgur, farro, or brown rice. Add turmeric to keep the yellow color.
- Extra veggies: Add cucumber, cabbage, pepitas, or almonds into the rice or salad.
- Swap dressing: Use a vinaigrette or ranch—whatever you like best on the salad.
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Lemon Garlic Shrimp
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