Description
A vibrant and flavorful Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Rice recipe that combines tender, oven-baked shrimp with fragrant lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, all served over fluffy jasmine rice. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice
- 2 cups long grain or jasmine rice, cooked
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 small shallot, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Ground black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare the rice according to the package instructions until fluffy and fully cooked. Set aside.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the shrimp.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized baking dish, mix together the shrimp, chopped shallot, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Bake the Shrimp: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the shrimp turns opaque and is fully cooked through.
- Add Rice and Parsley: Remove the baking dish from the oven and add the cooked rice and fresh parsley. Stir everything gently to combine all the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish with additional parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice on top. Serve immediately for a fresh, zesty meal.
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and zest.
- You can substitute jasmine rice with any other long grain rice as preferred.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes level to control the spiciness of the dish.
