Baked Garlic Parmesan Shrimp (Print Version)
Succulent shrimp baked with garlic, butter, and Parmesan, topped with herbs and fresh lemon for a savory finish.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
500 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Aromatics and Seasonings
02 -
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
03 -
60 g unsalted butter, melted
04 -
40 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
05 -
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 -
0.5 teaspoon paprika
07 -
Salt, to taste
08 -
Black pepper, to taste
→ Garnishes and Serving
09 -
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
10 -
Lemon wedges, for serving
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 175°C and lightly grease a suitable baking dish.
02 -
Arrange shrimp in a single, even layer in the prepared baking dish without overlapping.
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In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and paprika; mix thoroughly.
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Pour garlic butter mixture evenly over the shrimp, ensuring each piece is well coated.
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Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese generously over shrimp, then season with salt and black pepper to preference.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes until shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
# Notes:
01 -
To avoid tough shrimp, do not overbake; remove from oven as soon as they turn pink and firm.