Description
Magic Crispy Baked Shrimp is a sensational dish that combines succulent shrimp with a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce and a crunchy Parmesan topping. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive addition to gatherings. The delightful contrast of flavors and textures will leave your guests wanting more, making it an ideal choice for appetizers or main courses. Pair it with fresh salads, pasta, or even tacos for a versatile meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- ½ cup dry apple vinegar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and divided)
- Juice from one lemon
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, apple vinegar, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and toss until coated.
- In another bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese and melted butter until combined.
- Spread shrimp on a baking sheet in a single layer and sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over each piece.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until shrimp are pink and topping is golden brown.
- Garnish with parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: Use only fresh or properly frozen shrimp for the best flavor. Feel free to add spices like paprika or cayenne pepper for extra flavor. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to ensure crispiness.