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Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Mashed Potatoes: A Must-Try Delight!


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Mashed Potatoes is a delightful dish featuring succulent shrimp in a rich garlic sauce served over fluffy mashed potatoes.


Ingredients

  • Shrimp: 1 lb (450 g) peeled and deveined
  • Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
  • Heavy Cream: 1 cup (240 ml)
  • Butter: 4 tablespoons (56 g)
  • Mashed Potatoes: 4 cups, prepared
  • Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Salt and Pepper: to taste
  • Red Pepper Flakes: optional, for heat
  • Lemon Juice: optional, for brightness
  • Parmesan Cheese: optional, for richness
  • Green Onions: optional, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the mashed potatoes by peeling and chopping them, then boiling until tender.
  2. Cook the shrimp in a skillet with butter until pink and opaque, then set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, make the creamy garlic sauce by sautéing garlic in butter, then adding heavy cream.
  4. Return the shrimp to the skillet, coating them in the sauce and heating through.
  5. Serve the shrimp over the mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor, but frozen shrimp can be used if thawed properly.
  • Russet or Yukon gold potatoes are recommended for mashing.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste throughout the cooking process.
  • Let the shrimp rest briefly after cooking for better flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 40g
  • Saturated Fat: 25g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg

Keywords: Creamy Garlic Shrimp, Mashed Potatoes, Comfort Food, Seafood Recipe