Chile, it’s time for some juicy, well seasoned shrimp that you can bake and be done with in under 25 minutes.
My recipe for baked Cajun garlic shrimp is truly top tier. It blends garlic, spices, and citrus to create a seafood meal option that is sure to have you coming back for more.
It’s also high protein and super versatile- it can be the main character and eaten by itself or served with some rice and veggies or with pasta. The options are endless.
Glam Kitchen Tips
-Please make sure that you are using raw shrimp . Using already cooked shrimp will have you with overcooked shrimp that is not as juicy
– Fresh garlic really sets off this dish but if you don’t have it on hand , the jar minced garlic is fine
– Clean your shrimp with lemon juice and cold water before seasoning them (make sure you pat them dry with a paper towel)
Shopping List
Raw shrimp (I used the 13/15 size shrimp)
Unsalted butter
Extra virgin olive oil
Garlic
Lemon
Cajun seasoning (I used old bay)
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Parsley (optional garnish)
Lemon slices (optional garnish)
In a large bowl, add shrimp and season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Then mix well until shrimp is evenly coated with seasoning.
In a small bowl combine melted butter, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice.
In a large, deep baking dish add the seasoned shrimp.
Ingredients
1.5 pound raw shrimp (I used the 13/15 size shrimp)
6 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (I used old bay)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Lemon slices (optional garnish)
Instructions
1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2.In a large bowl, add shrimp and season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder.
3.Mix well until shrimp is evenly coated with seasoning.
4.In a small bowl combine melted butter, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice.
5.In a large, deep baking dish add the seasoned shrimp.
6.Spoon the lemon garlic butter sauce over the shrimp.
7.Bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes or until pink (do not overcook)
8.Remove from oven, spoon pan juices over the shrimp , garnish with parsley and lemon slices (optional) and enjoy!
