Garlic Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp

Here’s a quick and flavorful recipe for Garlic Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp a zesty, buttery dish that comes together in under 20 minutes!’

🍋🧄 Garlic Lemon Butter Baked Shrimp

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail on or off)

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (plus more for serving)

• 1/2 tsp paprika

• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Prep the Baking Dish
   Lightly grease a baking dish or line it with foil for easy cleanup.

3. Arrange Shrimp
   Lay the shrimp in a single layer in the dish.

4. Make the Sauce
   In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Pour evenly over the shrimp.

5. Bake
   Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until shrimp are pink, opaque, and just cooked through. Don’t overcook!

6. Garnish & Serve
   Sprinkle with chopped parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon. Serve hot with:

   • Crusty bread or rice

   • Pasta tossed in olive oil or butter

   • Over a salad or zucchini noodles for low-carb

📝 Tips:

• Use jumbo shrimp for a meatier bite.

• Add white wine (1–2 tbsp) for extra depth.

• Toss with angel hair pasta and parmesan for a full meal.