Description
A flavorful Shrimp Bake in Tomato Sauce combining fresh vegetables, spices, and tender shrimp baked to perfection for a hearty and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, chopped (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
Seasonings and Oils
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Protein
- 1 pound uncooked thawed raw shrimp, tail off
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F to ensure it reaches the right temperature before baking the dish.
- Combine the base ingredients: In an 11×7 oven-safe dish, add grape tomatoes, diced onion, green pepper, chopped jalapeño (if using), grated garlic, tomato paste, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and ground cumin. Stir well to mix all ingredients evenly.
- Bake the vegetable mixture: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30 minutes. This allows the tomatoes and other vegetables to soften and develop flavor.
- Burst the tomatoes and stir: Carefully remove the dish and use a fork to burst the tomatoes, releasing more juice, then stir the mixture to combine flavors thoroughly.
- Add the shrimp: Evenly distribute the uncooked thawed shrimp over the vegetable and tomato base.
- Bake until shrimp is cooked: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp turns opaque and is fully cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the bake from the oven, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top, and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Jalapeño is optional and can be omitted or adjusted based on heat preference.
- Use fresh parsley for best flavor as a garnish.
- Ensure shrimp is fully thawed before using to cook evenly.
- Serve with rice, crusty bread, or a side salad for a complete meal.
