Description
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dinner recipe featuring large, juicy shrimp coated in a savory mixture of melted butter, fresh garlic, and grated Parmesan cheese. Baked to perfection, this dish makes for an elegant yet simple meal that’s ready in just under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound fresh large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasoning and Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted (can substitute with olive oil)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (fresh for best flavor)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (use high-quality cheese)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, adjust for spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon salt (be mindful of Parmesan’s saltiness)
Garnish
- Lemon juice, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make for easy cleanup.
- Prepare shrimp: Rinse the fresh shrimp thoroughly under cold water, then remove the shells and devein. Use paper towels to pat the shrimp dry, ensuring they will roast properly.
- Make garlic-Parmesan mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir until all ingredients are well blended.
- Coat shrimp: Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss them gently but thoroughly in the garlic-Parmesan mixture so each shrimp is evenly coated.
- Arrange shrimp for baking: Lay the coated shrimp out in a single layer on the parchment-lined baking tray, spacing them evenly for consistent cooking.
- Bake shrimp: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, indicating they are perfectly cooked.
- Serve: Remove the shrimp from the oven and immediately serve them garnished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped parsley for brightness and freshness.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor; large shrimp work nicely to keep them juicy.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your spice preference or omit for a milder dish.
- Be careful with salt since Parmesan cheese already adds saltiness to the dish.
- Serve with crusty bread or over a bed of steamed rice or pasta for a complete meal.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil and use a dairy-free Parmesan alternative.
