roasted shrimp

San Antonio, TX
Updated on Sep 23, 2012

We love serving this as a main course, but makes for a great appetizer with family & friends. I will drizzle the seasoned EVOO from the roasting pan, over the shrimp, when serving, for extra flavor.

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method Roast
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Ingredients

  • 16-20count - shrimp, shelled
  • - olive oil, extra virgin
  • - kosher salt
  • - fresh ground pepper
  • - red chili pepper flakes
  • few - fresh serranos or jalapenos, whole

How To Make roasted shrimp

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 400*. Using a rimmed baking pan for roasting, toss shrimp with Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
  • Step 2
    Add Kosher salt, fresh ground pepper & red chili pepper flakes. Toss in serranos or jalapenos, if using.
  • Step 3
    Roast shrimp, middle rack, for 3-5 minutes, till shrimp turn pink, but no longer, or shrimp will be tough.
  • Step 4
    Using tongs, place shrimp on serving platter, add sliced tomato, lemon & avacado wedges, garnish with sliced scallions & cilantro.
  • Step 5
    Serve with Remoulade sauce, cocktail sauce, French bread & crackers.

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