Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp with Rice
A luxurious and comforting dish featuring buttery garlic shrimp served over fluffy rice, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter for a savory base
- 1 tbsp olive oil adds earthiness
- 4 cloves garlic, minced for aromatic flavor
- 1/2 cup heavy cream for a creamy sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan for depth of flavor
- 1/2 tsp black pepper for a gentle kick
- to taste Salt to enhance flavors
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley for garnish
For the Rice
- 1 cup long-grain white rice to soak up sauce
- 2 cups water for cooking rice
- 1 tsp butter or oil for richness
- to taste Salt for flavoring rice
Instructions
Cooking the Shrimp
- In a skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 2–3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and tender.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan. Let it simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat them in the sauce.
Cooking the Rice
- In a separate pot, bring water, butter, and salt to a vigorous boil.
- Stir in the long-grain white rice. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork.
Serving
- Scoop a generous portion of rice onto each plate.
- Place a serving of creamy garlic shrimp alongside and spoon extra sauce over the top.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and a dash of black pepper.
Notes
Consider adding a splash of lemon juice in the sauce for brightness. For added heat, try adding red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic.