Creamy Garlic Shrimp: A Luxurious Comfort Food Classic Over Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes is a delicious, comforting dish that combines succulent shrimp in a rich garlic sauce served over fluffy mashed potatoes.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mashed potatoes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque.
- Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve the creamy shrimp over warm mashed potatoes and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- Use a low-fat cream for a lighter sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Shrimp, Mashed Potatoes, Comfort Food, Shrimp Recipe