The Anti-Inflammatory Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Bake has a rich flavor and texture. We prepare this cheesy shrimp bake with large shrimp, olive oil, fresh garlic, turmeric powder, paprika, lemon juice, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, butter, and optional red pepper flakes. This cheesy shrimp bake has 320 calories and about 3 g of net carbs per dish. We prepare this cheesy shrimp bake in just 30 minutes. The Anti-Inflammatory Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Bake is perfect for low-carb lifestyles, gluten-free meal plans, high-protein diets, healthy comfort-food cravings, and special dinner occasions. Leftovers can be frozen for two months in an airtight container or kept in the fridge for only three days. You can serve this cheesy shrimp bake with Roasted Broccoli, Garlic Green Beans, Cauliflower Rice, Mediterranean Cucumber Salad, or Lemon Herb Quinoa.
STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- Calories: 320
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Serving Size: About 1¼ cups
- Cooking Method: Baking
- Overall Yields: 4
- Level of Difficulty: Easy
- Overall Duration: 30 minutes
TOOLS:
- Baking dish
- Bowl
- Garlic press
- Spatula
- Cutting board
INGREDIENTS:
- One lb. shrimp
- One tbsp. olive oil
- Four garlic cloves
- One tsp. turmeric powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Half a teaspoon of sea salt
- Lemon juice, one tbsp.
- Mozzarella cheese, one cup
- A half-cup of Parmesan cheese
- Two tablespoons of parsley
- One tablespoon of butter
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
INGREDIENT NOTES AND SUBSTITUTIONS:
SHRIMP:
- We use shrimp, as it provides protein & a soft texture. You can replace it with scallops, salmon, cod, or chicken.
OLIVE OIL:
- Utilize olive oil, as it delivers healthy fats and enhances the flavor. As other choices, avocado oil, walnut oil, or ghee.
GARLIC:
- We utilize garlic to add rich flavor and anti-inflammatory benefits. Use garlic powder or roasted garlic as per your preference.
TURMERIC:
- Utilize turmeric, which gives it powerful anti-inflammatory qualities and adds color. As a replacement, you can use curry powder, ginger powder, or saffron.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- Mozzarella cheese will give a creamy and melty texture. Monterey Jack, Gouda, or provolone are other options.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Utilize Parmesan cheese, which adds a savory and cheesy flavor. We can replace it with Pecorino Romano or Asiago cheese.
PARSLEY:
- We use parsley to provide freshness and a vibrant finish. You can substitute it with cilantro, basil, dill, or chives.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon juice will give a bright texture & balance the richness. As a substitute, you can use lime juice or white wine vinegar.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the oven to 400°Fahrenheit and coat a dish.
- Stir the lemon juice, shrimp, salt, olive oil, black pepper, garlic, paprika, and turmeric in a dish.
- Whisk till the shrimp are uniformly coated.
- Distribute the shrimp in a dish.
- Garnish the mozzarella cheese on the shrimp.
- Also, add the parmesan cheese and drizzle the melted butter on the cheese.
- Include red pepper flakes if utilizing.
- Bake till the cheese becomes bubbly and the shrimp are pink, for almost eighteen minutes.
- Broil till the surface becomes golden, for almost two minutes.
- Serve this cheesy shrimp bake with fresh parsley.
TIPS:
- Leave this cheesy shrimp bake to rest for a while, then serve.
- Include black pepper to boost the turmeric absorption.
- Use lemon zest for additional fresh texture.
- Whisk in the Greek yogurt to get a creamier texture.
- Utilizing freshly grated cheese will give a perfect flavor.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH SALADS:
- Mediterranean Cucumber Salad
- Arugula Lemon Salad
- Tomato Herb Salad
- Kale Avocado Salad
- Mixed Greens Salad
KETO SIDES:
- Zucchini Noodles
- Spaghetti Squash
- Roasted Cauliflower
- Cabbage Stir-Fry
BREAD AND ROLLS:
- Garlic Bread
- Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls
- Herb Focaccia
- Crusty Artisan Bread
- Parmesan Breadsticks
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put this cheesy shrimp bake in a closed box and stock it for as long as three days.
FREEZER:
- Store this cheesy shrimp bake for as long as one to two months.
FAQs:
May we utilize the frozen shrimp?
- Yes, you can use the frozen shrimp as long as it is properly defrosted and dried.
Will we prepare this cheesy shrimp bake dairy-free?
- Yes, you can utilize vegan cheese substitutes.
Could we prepare this cheesy shrimp bake earlier?
- It is possible to prepare this cheesy shrimp bake 24 hours beforehand.
May we utilize other cheeses?
- Yes, you might include cheddar, provolone, Gouda, or Monterey Jack.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 320 Kcal
Sodium: 640 mg
Net Carbs: 3 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Sugar: 1 g
Fat: 18 g
Protein: 34 g
Total Carbs: 3.5 g
Serving Size: About 1¼ cups
