garlic shrimp recipe
Indulge in this easy and delicious creamy garlic shrimp recipe. Plump shrimp are cooked to perfection in a rich, buttery garlic sauce with a touch of heavy cream and Parmesan, making it an ideal meal for any night of the week. Ready in less than 30 minutes!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds large shrimp peeled, deveined, tails on
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional, for serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet or frying pan, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic brown, as it can become bitter.
- Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking, as shrimp can become rubbery.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the fresh chopped parsley.
- Serve the creamy garlic shrimp immediately, optionally with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness. It pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Notes
This creamy garlic shrimp is incredibly versatile. You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat, or serve it over zucchini noodles for a low-carb option. Enjoy!