I like shrimp, and when I look for a recipe, I want something quick and easy. Well, it doesn’t get quicker and easier than Roasted Shrimp.
Note than in this recipe you can used either fresh or frozen shrimp. If using frozen, remember that it should thawed in cold water. You do not want pre-cooked shrimp.

This recipe goes great with your favorite grain (rice, couscous, quinoa, etc.) as a main course. Or by itself as an appetizer dish.  So, shrimp lovers rejoice!

ROASTED SHRIMP

Ingredients:

1 pound (17-21) medium-sized shrimp, peeled and devein, tail left on
Olive oil
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper taste
½ teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. with a rack placed in the middle of the oven.
  2. Place shrimp in a colander and run cold water over them.
  3. If frozen, you will know the shrimp is thawed and ready when they are no longer frozen solid but  but soft, easily bendable and slightly translucent. This will take a few minutes. Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel.
  4.  Lightly drizzle the shrimp with olive oil
  5.  Sprinkle generously with salt, pepper and oregano.
  6.  Toss lightly with your hands to ensure shrimp is coated with olive oil and seasonings.
  7.  Place shrimp in a baking sheet, pan or oven-proof dish in a single layer with plenty of space between the shrimp.
  8.  Bake until  the shrimp turn blue-gray and translucent to white, pink and opaque (about 8-12 minutes). Remove and eat promptly.
    Yield;: 4-6 servings.