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To create a tasty oven baked shrimp dish, you need just a few key ingredients. First, start with 1 pound of large shrimp. They should be peeled and deveined for easy cooking. This type of shrimp cooks well and absorbs flavors nicely.

Oven Baked Shrimp

Elevate your dinner game with this delicious Savory Oven Baked Shrimp recipe! Perfect for impressing guests, this simple dish highlights the best shrimp varieties, a zesty marinade, and mouthwatering sides. Get tips for achieving crispy shrimp and discover variations like garlic butter and coconut shrimp.
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Ingredients
  

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

Zest of 1 lemon

Juice of 1 lemon

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

    In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, smoked paprika, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well blended.

      Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl, tossing them gently until they are evenly coated in the marinade.

        Spread the shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

          Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the shrimp are opaque and pink, being careful not to overcook.

            Once done, remove from the oven and squeeze additional lemon juice over the shrimp for an extra zesty kick.

              Serve the shrimp hot, garnished with parsley and alongside lemon wedges.

                Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 4

                  - Presentation Tips: Arrange the shrimp on a serving platter with lemon wedges and garnish with fresh parsley. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil for an elegant finish.