Description
Succulent garlic shrimp dance in a luscious, velvety sauce that whispers Mediterranean comfort. Delicate seafood and rich flavors invite passionate cooks to savor each sumptuous, aromatic bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon ground paprika (optional)
Liquid Component:
- ½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth or white wine
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare a large skillet and warm olive oil with butter over medium heat, creating a flavorful cooking base.
- Arrange shrimp in a single layer, seasoning generously with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for subtle heat.
- Sear shrimp for approximately 2-3 minutes per side until they transform into a vibrant pink color and become translucent. Transfer cooked shrimp to a separate plate.
- Without cleaning the skillet, introduce minced garlic and briefly sauté until its aromatic essence fills the kitchen.
- Deglaze the pan by pouring chicken broth or white wine, gently scraping accumulated flavor-rich browned bits from the surface.
- Incorporate heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and optional paprika into the liquid, creating a luxurious sauce.
- Allow the mixture to simmer and reduce, thickening slightly while developing deep, complex flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Reintroduce seared shrimp into the creamy sauce, gently coating each piece and warming them through for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Finish the dish by sprinkling fresh chopped parsley over the top, creating a vibrant visual and flavor contrast.
- Serve immediately alongside pasta, steamed rice, or crusty bread to fully appreciate the rich, garlicky sauce.
Notes
- Prevent Overcooking Shrimp by watching their color change carefully, as they turn pink and opaque quickly and can become rubbery if left too long in the pan.
- Use Fresh Garlic for maximum flavor intensity, crushing or mincing it finely to release more aromatic compounds and ensure even distribution in the sauce.
- Control Sauce Thickness by adjusting cream simmering time – shorter simmer means thinner sauce, longer simmer creates richer, more concentrated consistency.
- Make It Low-Carb by serving over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice instead of traditional pasta, reducing overall carbohydrate content while maintaining delicious flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 280 mg