Description
A rich and creamy shrimp dish sautéed with garlic and paprika, perfect for family gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: bell peppers or onions, sliced
- Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish
- Lemon juice, to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook until pink—about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Once the shrimp is cooked, sprinkle in the paprika and stir to coat.
- Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently until combined and simmering until thickened.
- If using, sauté bell peppers or onions separately and fold them into the skillet before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Notes
Serve over rice or pasta for a complete meal. Paired well with crusty bread and a chilled white wine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp, creamy dish, paprika, family recipe, quick weeknight dinner