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A close-up shot of a plate featuring succulent creamy garlic shrimp with golden brown edges, served atop a bed of smooth, fluffy mashed potatoes. The dish is garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper, with a rich, buttery sauce glistening on top, styled on a rustic wooden table with a lemon wedge on the side.

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

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Juicy shrimp simmered in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over creamy mashed potatoes garnished with fresh herbs.

  • 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 butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Cooked mashed potatoes

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Pour in heavy cream, lemon juice, and simmer until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  5. Serve the shrimp over a bed of mashed potatoes, garnished with parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a splash of white wine to the sauce. Use fresh herbs for garnishing.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High-protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg