Description
Succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic butter served over a creamy vegetable mash, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 lb cauliflower, cut into florets
1 lb carrots, peeled and chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp milk or cream
1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the vegetable mash by steaming cauliflower and carrots until tender, about 15 minutes.
Step 2: While vegetables steam, pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
Step 3: Mash steamed vegetables with olive oil, Parmesan, milk, and nutmeg until smooth; keep warm.
Step 4: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 5: Add shrimp to skillet and cook until pink and opaque, 2-3 minutes per side.
Step 6: Stir in lemon zest and parsley; remove from heat.
Step 7: Divide vegetable mash among bowls, top with shrimp and garlic butter sauce.
Step 8: Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 12g