Description
This Cheesy Baked Tiger Shrimp recipe features succulent tiger shrimp baked to perfection under a golden, bubbly layer of cheese and seasoned with garlic and herbs. It’s an easy, flavorful dish that’s perfect as an appetizer or a quick main course, combining the rich flavors of shrimp with a luscious cheesy topping.
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 pound tiger shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Cheese Topping
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the shrimp.
- Prepare the shrimp: In a bowl, toss the tiger shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Arrange in baking dish: Spread the seasoned shrimp evenly in a single layer in a baking dish to allow even cooking.
- Add cheese topping: Mix mozzarella, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, and Italian herbs together, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the shrimp.
- Bake the shrimp: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through and the cheese topping is melted and golden brown.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven, let it cool slightly, garnish with extra parsley if desired, and serve immediately as an appetizer or with sides as a main course.
Notes
- Use freshly peeled and deveined shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
- For extra spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the shrimp seasoning.
- Serve with crusty bread or over pasta to soak up the delicious cheesy juices.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently in the oven.
- To keep it gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed nuts.
