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Baked Shrimp Oreganata garnished with herbs and served on a plate

Italian Shrimp Oreganata

A delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring baked shrimp topped with a flavorful breadcrumb mixture, perfect for impressing family and friends.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp, deveined and peeled Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust based on heat preference.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, olive oil, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place shrimp in a baking dish and top with the breadcrumb mixture.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until shrimp are cooked through and breadcrumbs are golden brown.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at a low temperature to keep breadcrumbs crisp.
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