Description
Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Rice is a delightful dish that effortlessly combines the rich flavors of garlic and creamy sauce with tender shrimp, all served over fluffy rice. Ideal for a romantic dinner, family meal, or casual gathering, this recipe stands out for its delicious taste and straightforward preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cream (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- 2 cups water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat; add oil if necessary. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add shrimp and cook until pink (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and stir well. Gradually add cream; simmer gently while stirring for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and serve topped with creamy garlic shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 185mg