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Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Spinach Recipe That Delights!

A delicious and creamy garlic shrimp dish with fresh spinach, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  4. Return the shrimp to the skillet, stirring to combine everything. Allow to cook together for another 2 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.
  • Add cooked pasta or rice to the dish for a heartier meal.

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