Bold Cajun skillet with shrimp, sausage, bell peppers, and spices for a flavorful low-carb option.
# Needed ingredients:
→ Proteins
01 - 14 oz large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 9 oz andouille or smoked sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Fats & Seasonings
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 tablespoon sugar-free Cajun seasoning
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Garnish
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
13 - Lemon wedges for serving
# How to make it:
01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
02 - Add remaining olive oil to the skillet. Sauté bell peppers and red onion for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add shrimp to the skillet and season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper if desired, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
04 - Return cooked sausage to the skillet and toss all ingredients together. Cook for 2 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
05 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
