Roasted Shrimp

This recipe for roasted shrimp is so easy that it barely qualifies as a recipe, but the shrimp turn out so delicious and flavorful when they’re prepared this way.

They’re much tastier than boiled shrimp, and I think this preparation method is easier too (no boiling water pot to contend with), so it’s a winner all around.

Just add some spicy cocktail sauce and you’ve got the best homemade shrimp cocktail you’ve ever tasted.

How To Make Roasted Shrimp

All it takes to make roasted shrimp are the shrimp, olive oil, salt, & pepper.

I like to use the largest, United States wild-caught, shell-on shrimp I can find at the store. Then, I adjust the cooking time based on the size of shrimp that I was able to find. I use a slightly longer cooking time for larger shrimp and a shorter cooking time for smaller shrimp.

We no longer purchase imported or farm-raised shrimp because of all the issues that have been identified (you can read about that in this Forbes article HERE).

These issues include the use of antibiotics, hormones, and unknown chemicals in raising the shrimp. Fortunately, we have several local sources for fresh-caught, wild shrimp!

Roasted Shrimp

Do you want the best-tasting shrimp for your recipes? This is by far the most delicious way to prepare shrimp - everyone agrees!

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 8 mins

Total Time 23 mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 8

Calories 96 kcal

Equipment

• sheet pan
• oven

Ingredients

  

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• 2 lbs shell-on shrimp (12 to 15 count)
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Peel and devein the shrimp, but leave the tails on.
• Place them in a single layer on a sheet pan and mix with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Roast in the oven for 8 - 10 minutes, or just until they turn firm and pink.
• Allow to cool slightly and serve with cocktail sauce.
• You can also refrigerate and serve later.

Nutrition Facts

Roasted Shrimp

Serving Size

 

8

Amount per Serving

Calories

96

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

3

g

5

%

Saturated Fat

 

1

g

6

%

Trans Fat

 

1

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Cholesterol

 

143

mg

48

%

Sodium

 

787

mg

34

%

Potassium

 

130

mg

4

%

Carbohydrates

 

1

g

0

%

Fiber

 

1

g

4

%

Sugar

 

1

g

1

%

Protein

 

15

g

30

%

Vitamin A

 

205

IU

4

%

Calcium

 

62

mg

6

%

Iron

 

1

mg

6

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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