Description
Crispy Baked Garlic Shrimp features tender shrimp coated in a golden, crunchy garlic and Parmesan crust baked to perfection. This easy-to-make dish delivers bold garlic flavor with a healthy twist by baking instead of frying. Perfect as an appetizer, main course, or tossed into salads and pasta, it suits busy weeknights and entertaining alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Garlic Coating
- 3 garlic cloves, freshly minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Finishing
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels to remove all moisture. Trim any tails if desired for easier eating.
- Make the Garlic Coating: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Gradually drizzle in olive oil while mixing until the mixture is evenly coated and crumbly but moist.
- Coat the Shrimp: Toss the shrimp with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres well to each piece, ensuring maximum crunch.
- Arrange and Bake: Place coated shrimp on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer without touching. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- Finish with Lemon Juice and Parsley: Remove shrimp from oven, immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over them, and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve right away while the coating is crisp.
Notes
- Pat shrimp dry completely to avoid soggy coating.
- Minced garlic should be as fine as possible to prevent overpowering bites.
- Do not overcrowd the baking tray; space shrimp evenly for even crispness.
- Bake at high temperature to brown topping quickly without overcooking shrimp.
- Serve immediately to enjoy maximum crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (about 6 shrimp)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg
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