Cajun Shrimp Sweet Corn Platter (Print)

Zesty Cajun shrimp paired with sweet corn and roasted potatoes for a festive and vibrant summer platter.

# Components:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

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

→ Spices & Seasonings

06 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Dairy & Fats

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

→ Optional

14 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a mixing bowl, toss halved potatoes and sweet corn with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast potatoes and corn in preheated oven for 15 minutes.
04 - In the same mixing bowl, combine peeled shrimp, sliced bell pepper, remaining olive oil, remaining Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
05 - After 15 minutes, add seasoned shrimp and bell pepper to the baking sheet. Drizzle melted unsalted butter over all ingredients.
06 - Continue roasting for an additional 10 minutes until shrimp turn pink and potatoes are fork-tender.
07 - Sprinkle chopped parsley over the platter and serve hot with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Packed with bold Cajun flavors and colorful veggies
  • Quick to prepare and ideal for family-style serving
02 -
  • Contains shellfish (shrimp) and dairy (butter), which may cause allergic reactions.
  • To make dairy-free, use plant-based butter and check Cajun seasoning for hidden allergens.
03 -
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the shrimp mixture.
  • Substitute baby potatoes with Yukon Gold or red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces as needed.
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