Broiled Shrimp Recipe

broiled shrimp on plate with lemon and pardley in background

This broiled shrimp is quick, flavorful, and ready in less than 30 minutes. With a simple Cajun marinade and perfectly charred edges, it's an easy weeknight dinner or appetizer.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword broiled shrimp, broiled shrimp recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Total Time 21

Servings people

Calories 152kcal

Author Tanya Harris

Equipment

Sheet Pan

Ingredients

1 lb jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons garlic paste about to 2 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh lemon wedges for serving
Chopped parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

Position the rack 4-6 inches from the heat source and then turn on the broiler.
In a bowl, combine the garlic paste, Cajun seasoning, olive oil, and Worcestershire sauce. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the marinade.
Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on a half sheet pan.
Broil for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and slightly charred at the edges.
Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top. Top with parsley if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

Cajun seasoning blends vary in salt content. Always taste the marinade before adding extra salt.
Pat shrimp dry before marinating for better browning.
Don't overlap shrimp on the pan or they'll steam instead of char.

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