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Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp

A delightful seafood dish featuring succulent shrimp enveloped in a smooth and velvety garlic cream sauce, perfect for pairing with fluffy rice or a fresh garden salad.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Choose halal-friendly shrimp.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream Ensure it is free from any non-halal additives.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Chopped parsley

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté it for about 1-2 minutes, or until it becomes fragrant but not browned.
  2. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and are opaque.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently to combine with the shrimp and garlic. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
  4. Once the sauce is thickened to your liking, remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot over rice, pasta, or your favorite side dish.

Notes

If you want to switch things up, try using coconut cream instead of heavy cream for a hint of sweetness. Watch the cooking time to avoid rubbery shrimp and ensure the garlic is sautéed just until fragrant to prevent bitterness. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days or frozen for up to one month.