Creamy Garlic Shrimp over Mashed Potatoes Recipe
This Creamy Garlic Shrimp over Mashed Potatoes recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with cream, served atop smooth and buttery mashed potatoes. Perfect for a comforting and elegant dinner, this dish combines the robust flavors of garlic and buttery shrimp with the creamy texture of classic mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Mashed Potatoes
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup whole milk
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: Start by placing the peeled and quartered potatoes into a large pot of salted water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes well.
- Mash the Potatoes: Return the drained potatoes to the pot or a large bowl. Add the butter and warm milk. Mash using a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Keep warm while preparing the shrimp.
- Cook the Garlic Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Sauté the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and slightly opaque, then flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side.
- Add the Cream: Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir gently to combine and allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Spoon a generous portion of mashed potatoes onto each plate and top with the creamy garlic shrimp mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use peeled and deveined shrimp for quicker cooking and ease of eating.
- Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference for a milder or stronger garlic flavor.
- For extra richness, substitute half-and-half with heavy cream.
- To make the mashed potatoes extra fluffy, use a ricer instead of a masher.
- Fresh parsley makes a great garnish to add color and a hint of freshness.
- Do not overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
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