Creamy Garlic Shrimp
A comforting dish featuring succulent shrimp in a luscious garlic cream sauce, perfect for cozy fall evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for best flavor.
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Adjust according to your taste.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with coconut cream or dairy-free cream for a dairy-free option.
- to taste Salt and pepper Taste the sauce before serving to adjust seasoning.
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
- as needed Lemon wedges For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, stirring often until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and heavy cream. Stir until well combined and begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, stirring to coat in the creamy sauce. Let everything simmer together for another minute.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When reheating, do so gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a little more cream or broth if necessary. Consider adding spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 24gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g
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