Sweet and Savory Baked Shrimp: Apricot Glazed

This Baked Shrimp with Apricot Glaze combines the sweetness of apricot jam with juicy colossal shrimp to make a fantastic main dish that goes perfectly with your favorite sides!

Baked Shrimp with Apricot GlazePhoto byThyme of Season

Sweet and savory flavors are such a great match! They really bring out the best in each other! This apricot-glazed shrimp dish is a fantastic example of how sweet and savory come together to make an easy dish that everyone in the family will enjoy!

Apricots are these cute little orange-yellow fruits that are super sweet and juicy, with a hint of tartness. They have a very short season during the summer, and they are quite difficult to find in stores. They are usually available early summer at local farmer's markets. The good news is that apricot jam is readily available at your local grocery stores, and you can use it in all sorts of recipes. From apricot jam to cookies, and they work wonders with chicken breast too! In this recipe, we’re using apricot preserves mixed with soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and some seasonings to make a tasty marinade that really packs in the flavor.

Ingredients You'll Need

To make this apricot glazed baked shrimp, you will need the following ingredients:

• 1 pound of colossal shrimp (about 13-15) or jumbo shrimp (about 18-22), peeled and deveined
• ¼ cup of apricot preserves
• 2 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 dried apricots (optional, for extra apricot flavor)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

These ingredients come together to create a flavor profile that is both rich and satisfying.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these simple steps to prepare your apricot glazed baked shrimp:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place the apricot preserves, soy sauce, olive oil, rice wine vinegar, paprika, salt, pepper and dried apricots (if using) into a high-speed blender and mix well.
3. Coat the shrimp in the apricot mixture, making sure each shrimp is well-coated.
4. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 6-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

And there you have it! Your apricot glazed baked shrimp are ready to serve. This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or a fresh green salad. We served this apricot baked shrimp with our Garlic Butter Brown Rice, and it was delicious! It would also be a great addition to this Roasted Sweet Potato and Arugula Salad.

Baked Shrimp with Apricot GlazePhoto byThyme of Season

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