This baked garlic shrimp recipe is buttery, garlicky, and perfectly roasted in the oven for a simple yet show-stopping seafood dish. Itβs ready in under 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.

π Ingredients (Servings: 4)
- 1Β½ lbs large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ΒΌ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges, for serving
π³ Instructions:
1οΈβ£ Preheat Oven:
π₯ Preheat your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
2οΈβ£ Prepare the Garlic Butter:
π§ In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
3οΈβ£ Arrange the Shrimp:
π¦ Place shrimp in a single layer in the baking dish. Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the shrimp, tossing gently to coat.
4οΈβ£ Bake:
β²οΈ Bake for 10β12 minutes, or until shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through. Donβt overbake!

5οΈβ£ Finish and Serve:
πΏ Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Enjoy hot with pasta, rice, or warm bread for soaking up the sauce.
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- π§ Garlic Mincer Tool β Quick and easy garlic prep.
- π§ Silicone Basting Brush β Evenly coat shrimp with garlic butter.
- π Citrus Squeezer β Get every drop of lemon without seeds.
- π₯ Oven-Safe Baking Dish β Perfect for oven-to-table presentation.
- πΏ Herb Scissors β Chop fresh parsley like a pro.
π‘ Helpful Tip:
Add a splash of white wine to the garlic butter before baking for extra depth of flavor and a more luxurious sauce!


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