Description
Mouthwatering garlic shrimp nestled in a rich parmesan sauce delivers keto-friendly comfort without compromising flavor. Succulent seafood and delicate herbs combine for an elegant meal home cooks can quickly prepare with minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) shrimp (tails on or off)
- 2 tbsps (28 g) unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) reduced-fat cream
- ½ cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- ½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- 2 tbsps (8 g) fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ tsp salt (to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Searing Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then sear for 1-2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
- Aromatic Base: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, releasing its intense fragrance.
- Building Flavor: Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up caramelized bits. Reduce liquid by half to concentrate the essence of the sauce.
- Creamy Transformation: Lower heat and stir in cream, creating a silky foundation. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cheese Integration: Gradually sprinkle parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce reaches a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Final Assembly: Return shrimp to the skillet, gently coating with the creamy parmesan sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serving Suggestion: Plate immediately over cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or steamed vegetables for a complete low-carb dining experience.
Notes
- Sear Strategically: Cook shrimp quickly at high heat to lock in moisture and prevent rubbery texture, ensuring each piece is perfectly pink and tender.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Add parmesan gradually and stir constantly to prevent clumping, creating a silky smooth sauce that coats the shrimp evenly.
- Garlic Timing Matters: Brief 30-second sauté releases maximum flavor without burning, preserving the garlic’s delicate aromatic profile.
- Low-Carb Swap Wisdom: Choose cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles as smart alternatives to traditional carbohydrates, maintaining the dish’s health-conscious approach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg