Louisiana Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Dive into the flavors of Louisiana with this quick and easy garlic shrimp recipe! Ready in under an hour, this dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual get-together. Customize the spice level to your liking – from mild and garlicky to fiery hot! Impress your friends and family with this simple yet elegant recipe, featuring succulent shrimp baked to perfection and served over crispy toasted French bread. Get ready for a taste of the bayou!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 42 mins
Calories 698.2 kcal
Protein 115g
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 Louisiana Garlic Shrimp

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How to Make Louisiana Garlic Shrimp

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Peel and devein 1 pound of shrimp.
  3. Place shrimp in a 10x6 inch baking dish.
  4. In a small mixing bowl, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and 1-2 teaspoons of your favorite hot sauce (adjust to your preferred spice level). Stir well to combine.
  5. Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the shrimp in the baking dish.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
  7. While the shrimp bake, toast 4 slices of French bread until golden brown.
  8. Spoon the baked shrimp mixture generously over the toasted French bread.
  9. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

44g

Carbs

23g