Description
Discover the secret to perfect Magic Crispy Baked Shrimp with our easy recipe! Try it today for a delicious twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail-on preferred for presentation)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 cup (120g) panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure maximum crispiness.
- Step 2: Coat the shrimp in a mixture of olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (optional). Let them sit for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Step 3: Prepare the breadcrumb mixture by combining panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, chopped parsley, and melted butter.
- Step 4: Coat the shrimp in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coating on both sides. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 5: Bake the shrimp at 425°F (220°C) for 10 minutes, then turn on the broiler for 1-2 minutes to achieve a golden-brown, crispy finish. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Step 6: Let the shrimp cool for 1-2 minutes before serving. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top for added brightness.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg