Juicy shrimp baked in a vibrant lemon-garlic sauce with herbs and a hint of spice. Bright, buttery, and ready in under 20 minutes—perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
- 500g shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 3 tablespoons butter (melted) or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼–½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
🍳 Equipment
- Baking dish
- Mixing bowl
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat to 200°C (400°F)
🔸 Step 2: Make Sauce
- In a bowl, mix:
- Melted butter (or oil)
- Garlic
- Lemon juice & zest
- Paprika
- Chili flakes
- Salt & pepper
🔸 Step 3: Prepare Shrimp
- Pat shrimp dry
- Place in baking dish in a single layer
🔸 Step 4: Coat
- Pour sauce over shrimp
- Toss lightly to coat
🔸 Step 5: Bake
- Bake for 8–10 minutes
✔ Shrimp should turn pink and opaque
🔸 Step 6: Finish
- Sprinkle fresh parsley
- Optional: squeeze extra lemon juice
🔸 Step 7: Serve
- Serve immediately while hot
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Over rice or pasta 🍝
- With crusty bread 🥖
- With salad or roasted veggies 🥗
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Don’t overcook—shrimp cook very fast
✔ Use fresh garlic for best flavor
✔ Add butter + olive oil mix for balance
✔ Broil 1–2 minutes for slight browning (optional)
🔄 Variations
🧀 Parmesan Lemon Shrimp
Add parmesan before baking
🌶️ Spicy
Add more chili flakes or hot sauce
🧄 Extra Garlic
Increase garlic for stronger flavor
🍤 Skillet Version
Cook on stovetop instead
❓ FAQs
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes—thaw and pat dry first.
How to store leftovers?
Refrigerate up to 2 days.
Can I reheat?
Yes, gently to avoid overcooking.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~220–280
- Protein: ~28g
- Fat: ~12g
- Carbs: ~3g