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Delicious creamy garlic shrimp served on a plate with herbs and spices.
Serine Milo

Creamy Garlic Shrimp

A comforting dish of shrimp cooked in a rich and creamy garlic sauce, perfect for cozy evenings at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood Ingredients
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Cooking Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons butter (or olive oil for a lighter version)
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream (substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, but highly recommended
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: Red pepper flakes for a bit of heat

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the butter (or olive oil) in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant and golden, about 30 seconds.
  3. Introduce the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  4. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted into the cream.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice, and season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Final Steps
  1. Return the cooked shrimp to the pan and heat through for about 1 minute.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta. Great with a side salad or crusty bread.

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