Description
A delightful dish featuring tender shrimp roasted in a rich garlic butter sauce, finished with Parmesan and fresh herbs. Perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or Italian seasoning, to taste
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- If using frozen shrimp, thaw thoroughly and pat dry with a paper towel.
- In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the shrimp and toss again.
- Transfer the shrimp to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer.
- Roast for 8-10 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Finish with lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Serve hot!
Notes
For a dairy-free version, omit Parmesan or use a dairy-free alternative. Ensure shrimp are not overcrowded on the baking sheet for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: shrimp, garlic, parmesan, roasted, seafood, family recipe