A bowl of shrimps being coated with flour, ready for cooking preparation.

Stovetop~20 minComplexity

The Easiest Way To Cook Shrimp! (Baked Shrimp)

Name: The Easiest Way To Cook Shrimp! (Baked Shrimp)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: Shrimp, raw; Avocado oil; Kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste

This Baked Shrimp delivers 23g protein and 130 calories per serving — one of the leanest protein options for cutting. Batch-preps 4 servings via stovetop in quick time, creating a versatile protein to pair with any carb or vegetable base. Use it when you need maximum protein with minimal caloric investment.

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Ingredients

4 servings

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Shrimp(454g)
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Avocado oil(15g)
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Kosher Salt And Freshly-Ground Black Pepper, To Taste

Instructions

1Pat the raw shrimp dry with paper towels, then place in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with avocado oil, tossing until evenly coated.
2Spread the shrimp in a single even layer on a large baking sheet, making sure they do not overlap, then season generously with salt, pepper, and any desired seasonings.
3Preheat your broiler on high and position the oven rack about 5 inches from the heating element.
4Broil the shrimp for 2–3 minutes, until they turn bright reddish-pink and become opaque throughout, with no translucent gray remaining.
5Remove the baking sheet from the broiler and let the shrimp cool for 2–3 minutes.
6Divide the shrimp evenly into 4 airtight containers while still warm, then seal and refrigerate for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition — Per Serving

130

calories

23g

protein

fat

Carbohydrates: 0g
Saturated fat: 0.6g
Sodium: 135 mg
Dietary fiber: 0.0g

4 servings per batch · ~117g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does The Easiest Way To Cook Shrimp have per serving?

Each serving delivers 23g of protein and only 130 calories with 4g fat and 0g carbs. This is one of the leanest, highest protein-per-calorie ratios available for dinner prep.

How long does The Easiest Way To Cook Shrimp take to prep?

This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 4 servings, making it a fast option for preparing individual dinners without requiring extensive batch-cooking time.

Is The Easiest Way To Cook Shrimp good for fat loss?

At 130 calories and 23g protein per serving with zero carbs, this recipe is ideal for fat loss phases where you need maximum protein satiety in a minimal calorie package. The extreme leanness makes it one of the top choices for cutting phases.