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Party Shrimp

Party Shrimp: Savory Garlic Butter Treats for Any Occasion

Party Shrimp combines shrimp, garlic, and butter for a delicious appetizer that captivates your guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp, deveined and peeled Scallops can be a substitute
For the Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic elevates the flavor
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, melted Olive oil can be used for a lighter twist
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is ideal
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika or cayenne pepper can be used
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped Can swap for cilantro or basil
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, and parsley.
  3. Place shrimp in a bowl and pour the garlic butter sauce over, tossing to coat.
  4. Arrange shrimp on a lined baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Bake for 4-5 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  6. Prepare the dipping sauce by mixing mayonnaise with lemon juice.
  7. Serve the shrimp immediately with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 23gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider marinating the shrimp for extra flavor before baking. Avoid overcooking to maintain tenderness.

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