Description
Succulent shrimp dance in a zesty garlic lemon butter sauce, promising Mediterranean coastal charm on your plate. Crisp herbs and golden edges elevate this simple yet elegant seafood classic that brings restaurant-quality excitement straight from your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Sauces and Toppings:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a precise 375°F, creating an ideal cooking environment for delicate shrimp.
- Spread the shrimp in a single, uncrowded layer within a spacious baking dish to ensure even heat distribution.
- Craft a zesty sauce by whisking together golden melted butter, minced garlic, bright lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and a balanced blend of seasonings including salt, pepper, and fiery red pepper flakes.
- Generously drizzle the aromatic butter mixture over the shrimp, gently tumbling them to achieve a complete, uniform coating.
- Slide the prepared dish into the preheated oven, allowing the shrimp to transform from translucent to a vibrant pink, typically requiring 10-12 minutes of cooking time.
- Once removed from the oven, enhance the dish with a verdant sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley and optional delicate Parmesan cheese shavings.
- Present immediately while piping hot, accompanied by your choice of fluffy rice, tender pasta, or crusty artisan bread to soak up the luxurious sauce.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp are patted completely dry before baking to prevent excess moisture and achieve a perfect golden sear.
- For a gluten-free version, replace regular butter with clarified butter or ghee and serve with gluten-free sides like cauliflower rice.
- Reduce red pepper flakes for a milder flavor or increase for extra heat, tailoring the spice level to personal preference.
- When selecting shrimp, opt for fresh or high-quality frozen varieties with consistent size for even cooking and optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 184
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 2916 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg