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Colorful plate featuring creamy garlic shrimp with succulent pink shrimp coated in smooth white sauce, garnished with fresh parsley, served over creamy mashed potatoes with a golden-brown crust, surrounded by vibrant green herbs and a rustic wooden table background.

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Served on Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

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A rich and creamy garlic shrimp served over buttery mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh herbs and a garlic-infused sauce, creating a perfect blend of flavors and textures.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Cook shrimp until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes each side.
  4. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, pour in heavy cream and butter, stirring until smooth.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Return shrimp to the skillet to coat in the sauce.
  8. Serve shrimp over mashed potatoes, garnished with parsley.

Notes

  • For an extra flavor boost, add a splash of white wine during the sauce preparation.
  • Adjust garlic quantities based on your preference for garlicky taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low-Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 480 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 720 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 210 mg