Baked Spicy Shrimp Recipe

This easy baked spicy shrimp recipe delivers a fiery punch of flavor in just 32 minutes! Perfectly marinated shrimp bake to juicy perfection in a flavorful sauce. Customize the spice level with extra Tabasco and red pepper flakes – perfect for a weeknight dinner or a spicy appetizer. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 562.2 kcal
Protein 94g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Spicy Shrimp

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How to Make Baked Spicy Shrimp

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup butter, 2 tablespoons Tabasco sauce, 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, then remove from heat and let cool completely.
  2. Peel and devein 1 pound of large shrimp. Pat them completely dry with paper towels.
  3. Add the shrimp to the cooled butter mixture and marinate for at least 8 hours in the refrigerator (or overnight for best results).
  4. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Arrange the marinated shrimp in a single layer in a shallow baking dish.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

83g

Carbs

2g