Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Cooked mashed potatoes for serving
Instructions
- Cook mashed potatoes according to your preferred method and keep warm.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the creamy garlic shrimp over a bed of mashed potatoes, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Properly deveined shrimp will ensure a clean presentation and better texture.
- You can add a splash of white wine for extra depth of flavor.
- Adjust the garlic and Parmesan to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Sautéing, simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg