Baked Shrimp Scampi

Baked Shrimp Scampi is a delicious and flavorful Italian-inspired dish that showcases succulent shrimp baked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for a low-carb, keto-friendly meal. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with bold flavors that will transport you straight to the coast of Italy.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Butter - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 4 cloves
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Parsley (fresh, chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 30 grams
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a medium oven-safe dish, melt the butter with the olive oil over low heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
4. Stir in the lemon juice, chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
5. Add the shrimp to the dish and toss to coat them evenly in the garlic butter mixture.
6. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the shrimp evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
8. Remove from the oven and garnish with additional parsley if desired before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health.

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