Creamy Garlic Shrimp Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Shrimp
01 -
1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp salt
→ For the Sauce
06 -
2 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced or pureed
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1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
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1/2 cup chicken broth or white wine
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
14 -
Fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
01 -
In a bowl, toss shrimp with paprika, salt, and pepper until well coated.
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Set stove to medium-high heat and heat olive oil in a large skillet. Once hot, add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, flipping each side until 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 about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth or wine and simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
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Pour in the heavy cream and stir thoroughly. Add Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and coat with the creamy sauce. Simmer on low heat for 2 minutes until heated through.
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Sprinkle the finished dish with fresh parsley. Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread as desired.