Spicy Baked Shrimp is a bold and flavorful dish that delivers the perfect balance of heat, zest, and sweetness. This simple yet delicious recipe is ideal for quick weeknight meals and guaranteed to impress seafood lovers.
Ingredients for this Spicy Baked Shrimp
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Cooking spray
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, Cajun seasoning, lemon juice, parsley, honey, soy sauce, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the mixture and toss until fully coated. For extra flavor, let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the baking dish.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- Serve your Spicy Baked Shrimp hot, garnished with fresh parsley or lemon wedges if desired.
Prep Time
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 12 minutes
- Total: 22 minutes
Nutrition (per serving, serves 4)
- Calories: ~260
- Protein: 23g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
Enjoy this quick and flavorful Spicy Baked Shrimp as a standout main or a zesty addition to salads, tacos, or pasta.
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