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How Long to Cook Shrimp (Roasted, Jumbo) in the cast iron
Specification: 1 lb jumbo shell-on shrimp, tossed with garlic butter and rosemary, roasted in preheated skillet in 425°F oven
Target Temp
425°F (218°C) Cast Iron in Oven
Stovetop Sear
Total Time
6–8 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
140°F (60°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Heat cast iron skillet over 425°F (218°C) Cast Iron in Oven until lightly smoking. Prepare shrimp (roasted, jumbo) (1 lb jumbo shell-on shrimp, tossed with garlic butter and rosemary, roasted in preheated skillet in 425°F oven).
2
Cook
Cook for 6–8 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.
3
Check & Rest
Shells are bright orange-red and fragrant; flesh is opaque and pulls easily from shell Confirm internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C). Rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
Lodge Cast Iron Oven Seafood Standards & NOAA FishWatch Shrimp Data
Pro Tip: Below the USDA 145°F seafood recommendation; standard culinary target for shrimp. Roasting in preheated cast iron inside the oven provides radiant top-and-bottom heat that cooks shell-on shrimp evenly in 7 minutes.
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