Ingredients
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
– Cooking spray or olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
Making Magic Crispy Baked Shrimp is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Breading Station: Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In one bowl, place the flour. In the second bowl, beat the eggs. In the third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
3. Coat the Shrimp: Take a shrimp and dip it first into the flour, ensuring it’s completely coated. Shake off excess flour.
4. Dip in Egg: Next, dip the floured shrimp into the beaten eggs, making sure it’s fully submerged.
5. Bread the Shrimp: Finally, transfer the shrimp to the breadcrumb mixture. Gently press to ensure an even coating.
6. Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the coated shrimp in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they aren’t overcrowded to allow for even cooking.
7. Spray or Drizzle: Lightly spray or drizzle olive oil over the shrimp. This helps achieve a golden brown color during baking.
8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. They should be golden brown and fully cooked, with an internal temperature of 120°F (49°C).
9. Serve: Once done, remove the shrimp from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
This simple process will yield perfectly crispy and delightful shrimp every time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 25g