Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Sauté, simmer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free options
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 290 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 195mg