Shrimp Scampi Bake (Print Version)
Tender shrimp in garlic-lemon butter, fresh parsley, and a hint of Dijon, baked to golden perfection.
# Ingredients:
→ Seafood
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2 pounds medium raw shrimp, shelled, deveined, tails on
→ Sauce
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1 cup unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (230 degrees Celsius).
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Combine butter, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, and parsley in a small saucepan over medium heat; heat until butter is fully melted, then remove from heat.
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Place the shrimp in a single layer in a shallow baking dish.
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Pour the warm butter mixture evenly over the shrimp.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
# Notes:
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For optimal flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and fresh parsley rather than dried substitutes.