Best 6 California Style Shrimp Bake Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of California with our delectable shrimp bake, a culinary masterpiece that captures the essence of the Golden State. This tantalizing dish features succulent shrimp enveloped in a savory blend of aromatic herbs, zesty citrus, and a symphony of spices, all harmoniously baked to perfection. Accompanied by a medley of tender vegetables, this shrimp bake offers a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

In addition to the classic California-style shrimp bake, we also present a tantalizing array of variations that cater to diverse preferences. Embark on a culinary adventure with our spicy Cajun shrimp bake, where bold flavors take center stage. Delight in the smoky andouille sausage, the firecracker peppers, and the vibrant Cajun spices that transform this dish into a fiesta of flavors. If you desire a lighter option, our Mediterranean-inspired shrimp bake awaits you. With its vibrant medley of sun-dried tomatoes, briny olives, and tangy feta cheese, this dish is a celebration of freshness and healthy indulgence. And for those who appreciate the classics, our traditional shrimp scampi bake offers a timeless culinary journey. Succulent shrimp are sautéed in a luscious sauce of garlicky butter, white wine, and lemon, resulting in a dish that is both elegant and comforting.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OVEN BAKED SHRIMP



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We're going back to basics with this Oven Baked Shrimp recipe! Requiring only 4 ingredients total, you can have juicy, succulent shrimp ready in under 15 minutes!

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Main Course

Time 13m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
2 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Make sure the rack is in the middle position.
  • Prep Shrimp: Add the shrimp to a large bowl and pat it dry with paper towels. Drizzle the olive oil over the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Toss well, making sure the shrimp is fully coated, add more oil if needed.
  • Bake: Arrange the shrimp on a baking sheet or casserole dish in a single layer. Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until the shrimp turns white, pink and opaque.
  • Serve: Serve immediately garnished with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 175 kcal, Protein 23 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 286 mg, Sodium 881 mg

EASY BAKED SHRIMP



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This easy oven baked shrimp recipe has the best flavor and is totally hands off! It's seasoned to perfection with garlic and herbs.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Main Dish

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound large shrimp, deveined (tail on or off)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano*
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Lemon wedges
Chopped parsley or cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit or preheat the broiler.
  • If frozen, thaw the shrimp.
  • Mince the garlic. Pat the shrimp dry. In a medium bowl, toss with the shrimp with the olive oil, garlic, oregano, onion powder, and kosher salt.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the shrimp on a baking sheet in an even layer. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake until juicy and opaque, about 4 to 6 minutes depending on the size of the shrimp.
  • Place the shrimp on a baking sheet in an even layer. Place the baking sheet in the broiler and broil for 3 to 6 minutes, until juicy and opaque, rotating the tray as necessary for even cooking.
  • Spritz with fresh lemon juice from lemon wedges, sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Sodium 134.9 mg, Fat 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Protein 22.8 g, Cholesterol 182.5 mg

BAKED SHRIMP SCAMPI



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Ina Garten's Baked Shrimp Scampi recipe, from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network, can be made ahead of time for easy entertaining.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 43m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds (12 to 15 per pound) shrimp in the shell
3 tablespoons good olive oil
2 tablespoons dry white wine
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
4 teaspoons minced garlic (4 cloves)
1/4 cup minced shallots
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary leaves
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 extra-large egg yolk
2/3 cup panko (Japanese dried bread flakes)
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Peel, devein, and butterfly the shrimp, leaving the tails on. Place the shrimp in a mixing bowl and toss gently with the olive oil, wine, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Allow to sit at room temperature while you make the butter and garlic mixture.
  • In a small bowl, mash the softened butter with the garlic, shallots, parsley, rosemary, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, lemon juice, egg yolk, panko, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper until combined.
  • Starting from the outer edge of a 14-inch oval gratin dish, arrange the shrimp in a single layer cut side down with the tails curling up and towards the center of the dish. Pour the remaining marinade over the shrimp. Spread the butter mixture evenly over the shrimp. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until hot and bubbly. If you like the top browned, place under a broiler for 1 minute. Serve with lemon wedges.

GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA BAKE



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Want a super satisfying, quick and easy dinner? Then this buttery garlic shrimp pasta bake is definitely a family pleasing meal idea that you should try!

Provided by Ed N Angela Latimer

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 (10 ounce) package penne pasta
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup chicken broth
1 cup milk
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup grated Romano cheese
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter and vegetable oil large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add shrimp, 2 tablespoons parsley, and dill. Cook and stir, flipping shrimp halfway, until pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Move shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  • Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet, stirring into the shrimp juices. Add flour; whisk until fully combined and starting to turn golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add chicken broth and milk in that order; whisk to combine. Stir in tomatoes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Bring sauce to a simmer.
  • Stir 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and Romano cheese into the sauce until cheeses begin to melt and sauce is creamy. Add 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese. Mix in about 1/2 the cooked penne to start; add more if there is enough sauce to coat. Add the shrimp and stir to combine. Top with the remaining parsley, Parmesan, and mozzarella.
  • Bake in the preheated oven and bake until top is golden and sauce bubbles around the edges of the skillet, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 156.2 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 982.4 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

CAJUN SHRIMP BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: andouille sausages, shrimp, red potatoes, corn, oil, butter, garlic, garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, onion powder, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, fresh parsley, lemon wedge

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 andouille sausages, chopped
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 red potatoes, quartered
2 pieces corn, quartered
2 tablespoons oil, divided
1 tablespoon butter, cubed
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 ¼ teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 ¼ teaspoons dried thyme
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
fresh parsley, chopped
lemon wedge, to garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a small bowl, combine the Cajun spice mix ingredients and stir to combine.
  • In a baking dish, combine potatoes, corn, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of oil, and ½ tablespoon of the cajun spice mix.
  • Mix until the vegetables are coated evenly with the spice mix. Place butter on top.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the sausage, shrimp, garlic, oil, and ½ tablespoon of the spice mix. Save the remaining spice mix for future recipes.
  • Mix well.
  • Add the sausage and shrimp into the same baking dish as the corn and potatoes.
  • Bake for another 15 minutes.
  • Top with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges and beer!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 753 calories, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 4 grams

SPANISH BAKED SHRIMP



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Sizzling spanish seafood, perfect for a summer's evening or a tapas party. To butterfly the shrimp simply slit them lengthways but don't go all the way through and remove the vein.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and butterflied
2 ounces parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon chili flakes, more if you like it hot
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons dry sherry, fino is good

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425°F
  • Divide the shrimp, garlic, chili, sherry and olive oil between 4 small ovenproof dishes.
  • Cook for 6-8 minutes until pink and sizzling.
  • Sprinkle with the parsley and serve with crusty bread.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, large shrimp: This will ensure that your shrimp is tender and juicy.
  • Marinate the shrimp in olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper: This will help to flavor the shrimp and keep it moist.
  • Cook the shrimp on high heat for a short amount of time: This will prevent the shrimp from becoming overcooked and tough.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your bake: This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to the dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings: There are many different ways to flavor your shrimp bake, so feel free to get creative!

Conclusion:

A shrimp bake is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover shrimp, and it's also a perfect meal for a party or potluck. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a special occasion, a shrimp bake is a great option.

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