Baked Shrimp in Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe
This dish, often referred to as "Magic Baked Shrimp," lives up to its name due to its simplicity and irresistible flavor. Succulent prawns baked in a white wine and garlic butter reduction, then finished with a crispy parmesan and panko breadcrumb topping. This is a crunchy twist on the classic Shrimp Scampi. Be sure to serve with crusty bread to fully enjoy the delightful lemon-butter sauce.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs Note 2
- 1 lb 500g jumbo prawns/shrimp, peeled and deveined (Note 1)
- 75 g 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup finely shredded parmesan
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 cup dry white wine substitute chicken broth if preferred
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- Lemon wedges for serving
- Finely chopped parsley for garnish
- Crunchy Topping
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan finely shredded
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F), suitable for all oven types.
- In a 9 x 13 inch (22 x 33 cm) baking dish, pour in the white wine and half of the melted butter. Place the dish in the oven for about 10 minutes to allow the mixture to reduce slightly.
- While the sauce reduces, toss the prawns in the remaining melted butter along with the garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Don’t worry if the butter hardens during this process.
- Combine the ingredients for the Crunchy Topping: panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, salt, and olive oil.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and arrange the prawns in a snug single layer in the dish.
- Evenly sprinkle the Crunchy Topping over the prawns. Bake for 12 minutes.
- Switch your oven to broil (grill) on high and broil the dish for an additional 1-2 minutes to achieve a golden brown topping.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges. Don’t forget to include crusty bread to soak up the decadent sauce!
Notes
Prawns/Shrimp: Large or jumbo prawns are preferred for this recipe. If using smaller shrimp, reduce the cooking time slightly. Frozen prawns must be thawed completely and drained of excess moisture before cooking.
Panko Breadcrumbs: These breadcrumbs are larger than standard breadcrumbs and provide a superior crunch. You can find them in the Asian section of most supermarkets, though they're often more affordable at Asian specialty stores.
Using Glass Bakeware: Glass pans, such as Pyrex or Anchor Hocking, can handle the heat in this recipe. However, if you're concerned, opt for a metal pan to ensure safety.
Panko Breadcrumbs: These breadcrumbs are larger than standard breadcrumbs and provide a superior crunch. You can find them in the Asian section of most supermarkets, though they're often more affordable at Asian specialty stores.
Using Glass Bakeware: Glass pans, such as Pyrex or Anchor Hocking, can handle the heat in this recipe. However, if you're concerned, opt for a metal pan to ensure safety.