Creamy Garlic Shrimp (Printable Version)
Tender shrimp cooked in a garlicky cream sauce, ready in just 15 minutes for a quick, flavorful dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Shrimp
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450 grams large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Sauce
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced or pureed
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240 milliliters heavy cream
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120 milliliters chicken broth or white wine
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50 grams freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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Fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps:
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In a bowl, toss the shrimp with paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, flipping to ensure both sides are cooked through. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in the same skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for approximately 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth or white wine, simmering for 2 to 3 minutes to reduce slightly.
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Pour heavy cream into the skillet and stir thoroughly. Add Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, stirring to coat with sauce. Simmer on low heat for an additional 2 minutes until shrimp are heated through.
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Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately alongside pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
# Notes:
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For customization, consider adding sautéed onions, bell peppers, or sun-dried tomatoes to enhance flavor.