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baked stuffed shrimp recipe
- Total Time: 41 minutes
- Yield: 4–5 servings (12–16 stuffed shrimp) 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This easy baked stuffed shrimp recipe features plump, tender shrimp cradling a savory, herby stuffing, baked until golden brown and fragrant. It’s a quick yet impressive meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 kg large shrimp, 12-16 count, peeled, deveined, tail on or off
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest, from 1 large lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: Butterfly each jumbo shrimp along the back, creating a pocket for stuffing. Pat thoroughly dry; this helps crisp. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Make the Stuffing: In a bowl, combine Panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until moist and it holds together (adjust with more butter or Panko as needed).
- Stuff the Shrimp: Gently press 1-2 tablespoons of stuffing into each butterflied shrimp. Arrange in a single layer in a lightly greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 15-20 minutes, until shrimp are pink, opaque, and stuffing is golden brown.
- Serve Immediately: Transfer the baked stuffed shrimp to a plate and serve immediately, optionally with a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
Easily swap Panko for regular dried breadcrumbs, crushed Ritz crackers, or certified gluten-free breadcrumbs. For cheese, use Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste or a mild white cheddar for a creamy texture. Add a pinch of Old Bay seasoning, a dash of hot sauce, or finely diced roasted red pepper for extra flavor. For a more luxurious experience, mix in finely chopped imitation crab meat or real lump crab meat to your baked stuffed shrimp filling. Always choose fresh, firm shrimp with a mild, ocean-like smell. Use quality unsalted butter, fresh garlic and parsley, and good quality Parmesan for the best aromatic profile and taste.
- Prep Time: 23 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 stuffed shrimp
- Calories: 300 calories
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg