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Crispy Baked Garlic Shrimp

Crispy Baked Garlic Shrimp: A Healthy Mediterranean Delight

This Crispy Baked Garlic Shrimp recipe is a healthy Mediterranean delight packed with flavor and crunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp (25/30 count) Ensure frozen shrimp are thoroughly thawed before use.
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Heart-healthy fat; can swap in avocado oil.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly pressed or grated, garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 large Lemon Both zest and juice; lime can be substituted.
  • ¼ cup Flat Leaf Parsley Fresh, optional cilantro for different flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Essential for Mediterranean flavor; Italian seasoning can substitute.
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for spice.
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Finely Ground Bread Crumbs Panko can be used for extra crunch.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • Shallow Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the shrimp by rinsing under cold water, shelling, and deveining while keeping the tails on. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Marinate the shrimp with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and zest, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss to coat and let marinate for 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare your baking sheet.
  4. In a shallow bowl, add breadcrumbs with additional salt and pepper if needed. Shake off excess marinade and dredge each shrimp in breadcrumbs.
  5. Line a baking sheet with parchment and arrange shrimp in a single layer.
  6. Bake for 4-5 minutes or until shrimp are opaque and breadcrumbs are golden brown.
  7. Serve warm with fresh lemon juice to enhance Mediterranean flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 270mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinating for longer than 30 minutes can make shrimp mealy. Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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