Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes: An Indulgent Delight
A rich and creamy dish featuring succulent garlic shrimp served over a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook shrimp until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and let simmer for 2 minutes.
- Serve garlic shrimp over mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end.
- Pair with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Shrimp, Mashed Potatoes, Shrimp Recipe
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