Description
Succulent Baked Shrimp with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce brings Mediterranean coastal flavors to dinner tables. Simple ingredients and quick preparation make this dish perfect for weeknight meals and special occasions alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasonings and Spices:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Sauces and Additions:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking together melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, grated lemon zest, salt, ground black pepper, smoky paprika, and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a mixing bowl.
- Gently fold the raw shrimp into the aromatic marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly and evenly coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Carefully arrange the marinated shrimp in a single, even layer within the prepared baking dish, allowing each piece to have sufficient space for proper cooking.
- Drizzle any remaining marinade directly over the shrimp, which will help intensify the flavor and keep the seafood moist during baking.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and roast for 10-12 minutes, watching for the shrimp to transform into a beautiful pink color and become completely opaque.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and optional grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve hot, directly from the baking dish, to capture the maximum essence of the garlic lemon butter sauce.
Notes
- Choose large, raw shrimp with shells removed to ensure quick and even cooking for the best flavor and texture.
- Avoid overcooking shrimp by checking them at the 10-minute mark, as they can quickly become rubbery and tough when exposed to heat too long.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for a bright, vibrant citrus flavor that enhances the buttery sauce and complements the delicate shrimp.
- Customize the heat level by adjusting red pepper flakes – reduce for mild preference or increase for a spicier kick that adds depth to the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg