Description
This Oven-Roasted Shrimp Cocktail with Old Bay is a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer featuring succulent large shrimp coated in a zesty blend of Old Bay seasoning and garlic powder, then roasted to perfection. Served warm or chilled with tangy cocktail sauce and fresh lemon wedges, this dish is perfect for entertaining or a quick seafood treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
To Serve
- Lemon wedges
- Cocktail sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Prepare Shrimp: In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic powder until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange Shrimp: Lay the seasoned shrimp out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced evenly for uniform cooking.
- Roast Shrimp: Roast the shrimp in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they turn pink, become firm to the touch, and are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the shrimp to cool slightly, then transfer them to a serving platter. Serve warm or chilled alongside lemon wedges and cocktail sauce for dipping.
Notes
- To chill quickly, spread the cooked shrimp on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes; this intensifies flavor and adds a slight char.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to maintain their tender texture.
- Using tails on shrimp adds presentation appeal and flavor.
- Old Bay seasoning can be adjusted to taste based on spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Oven-Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pound shrimp (approximately 4 ounces)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
