Baked Spicy Shrimp
Turn up the heat with this quick and flavorful Baked Spicy Shrimp recipe, a perfect balance of zesty citrus, smoky spices, and a touch of heat. Featuring tender, oven-baked shrimp marinated in a bold blend of olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, cayenne, and garlic, this easy recipe delivers big flavors in just 20 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes for an extra kick, these shrimp are perfect as an appetizer, main dish, or a protein-packed addition to salads or grain bowls. Serve them alongside rice, quinoa, or your favorite greens for a crowd-pleasing meal that's as versatile as it is irresistibly delicious. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining, this dish will quickly become a go-to in your rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse the shrimp under cold water, pat them dry with paper towels, and place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the shrimp and mix well to ensure all shrimp are evenly coated.
Transfer the shrimp to a baking dish, spreading them out in a single layer for even cooking.
Bake the shrimp in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they turn pink and are fully cooked. Be careful not to overcook.
Remove the shrimp from the oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes (if using) for garnish.
Serve immediately with your choice of side, such as rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 369 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
