Description
Succulent lemon butter baked shrimp delivers Mediterranean coastal charm with zesty, buttery elegance. Delicate seafood meets herbed butter in a quick, elegant dish that invites coastal dining right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Wet Ingredients and Aromatics:
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 lemon zest
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Initiate oven preparation at 375F (190C), generously lubricating a ceramic baking vessel with cooking spray or liquefied butter to prevent adherence.
- Construct a vibrant marinade by whisking melted butter with aromatic garlic, zesty lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, smoky paprika, herbaceous Italian seasoning, and balanced salt and pepper until thoroughly integrated.
- Incorporate pristine shrimp into the luminous marinade, delicately tumbling to ensure comprehensive and uniform coating of each succulent morsel.
- Strategically distribute marinated shrimp across the prepared baking dish, arranging them in a precise, non-overlapping configuration to guarantee consistent heat penetration.
- Transfer the baking dish into the preheated oven, allowing the shrimp to roast for 10-12 minutes, monitoring their transformation to a soft pink hue and translucent texture, which signals perfect culinary doneness.
- Extract the baked shrimp from the oven, embellishing with freshly chopped parsley for visual appeal and aromatic enhancement, accompanied by tangy lemon wedges to elevate the sensory experience.
Notes
- Opt for jumbo or large shrimp to ensure a juicy, tender texture that doesn’t dry out during baking.
- Marinate shrimp for 15-30 minutes before cooking to enhance flavor absorption and tenderness.
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for a brighter, more vibrant citrus profile compared to bottled alternatives.
- For a low-carb or keto-friendly version, swap butter with ghee and serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg