A vibrantly colored bell pepper with its top sliced off reveals a mound of spicy, brownish-red Cajun shrimp peeking invitingly. Tender emerald leaves of arugula crown the stuffed bell pepper, and the dish is served on a pristine white plate, contrasting beautifully with the vivid colors of the assembled ingredients.

Cajun Shrimp-Stuffed Bell Pepper

A keto-friendly Cajun styled shrimp-loaded bell pepper.

Category Main Course
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 10 minutes
Style American
Technique Sautéing
Diet Friendly Keto

Daily recipe · July 26, 2024

A little about this dish

Today's recipe is called 'The Cajun Fog', offering a unique fusion of Keto diet-worthy ingredients and soulful Cajun flair. Imagine juicy shrimp, enveloped in a smoky blend of Cajun spices, resting on a crunchy hollowed-out bell pepper garnished with fresh arugula. All this is bursting with flavors, whilst being healthy, and of course, Keto-friendly!

Ingredients (for 2)

  • Shrimp1 cuppeeled, deveined, tail off
  • Large bell peppers2tops cut off and hollowed
  • Arugulaa handfulwashed and dried
  • Cajun spice2 tspstore-bought or home-made
  • Olive oil2 tbsp
  • Lemonjuice from half
  • Saltto taste
  • Ground black pepperto taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1 — 🍳🔥🫒
    Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Step 2 — 🍳🍤🔁
    Once the oil is heated, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.
  3. Step 3 — 🍤🌶️🧂
    Sprinkle Cajun spice, salt, ground black pepper over the shrimp, stir well to coat evenly. Continue to cook for an additional 2 - 3 minutes.
  4. Step 4 — 🍳🍋🔄
    Remove the pan from heat, squeeze the lemon juice over the shrimp and give one last stir to combine.
  5. Step 5 — 🫑🍤🥄
    Fill the prepared bell peppers with the cooked Cajun shrimp.
  6. Step 6 — 🍽️🥗🔥
    Garnish with fresh arugula and serve warm.

A final fox tip

For a bit of variety, try using different fillings -- perhaps some Cajun-spiced cauliflower rice or some sausage meat. Don't be afraid to get creative and make this recipe your own!

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