Baked Garlic Butter Shrimp

Baked Garlic Butter Shrimp is a savory, low-carb dish that features tender shrimp infused with rich garlic and buttery flavors, baked to perfection. This Korean-inspired recipe is quick to prepare and delivers a satisfying meal that is both delicious and healthy.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Unsalted butter - 50 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 4 cloves
• Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru) - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions (chopped) - 2 stalks
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon wedges - for serving

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
3. Stir in the gochugaru, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
4. In a baking dish, place the shrimp in a single layer. Pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the shrimp, ensuring they are well-coated.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
6. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
7. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 210 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats from butter and sesame oil, promoting heart health.

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