Magic Baked Shrimp is a flavorful and effortless dish that’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of garlic, lemon, fresh herbs, and butter makes each bite of shrimp incredibly tender and packed with taste.
- Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the garlic herb butter mixture evenly over the shrimp, making sure they are all well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
- Serve immediately with crusty bread, over pasta, or as an appetizer.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Kcal: 230 kcal
Servings: 4 servings
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