Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Steamed Rice
Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Steamed Rice is a comforting and indulgent dish that brings together succulent shrimp in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over fluffy rice. This meal is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. With its delectable flavors and easy preparation, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup white or brown rice
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water, then combine with 2 cups of water or broth in a pot. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook on low heat for 18-20 minutes until tender.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tbsp of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook shrimp: Add 1 lb of shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Make the sauce: Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice. Simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Finish: Stir in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve over steamed rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg