Description
A comforting and creamy shrimp dish with garlic and paprika, reminiscent of cherished family traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup mushrooms or bell peppers, chopped
- Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pasta or rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and devein the shrimp; chop vegetables and herbs.
- Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet over medium heat, add butter and olive oil.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add mushrooms or bell peppers and sauté for 3-4 minutes; add minced garlic.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add shrimp, seasoning with salt, pepper, and paprika; cook until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
- Make It Creamy: Stir in heavy cream; let bubble and thicken for 2-3 minutes.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs: Fold in fresh herbs before serving.
- Serve: Serve over pasta or rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
Allow the dish to sit for a minute after cooking to enhance flavor integration. Avoid overcooking the shrimp for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, creamy, garlic, paprika, skillet, quick dinner