Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes
A comforting dish featuring succulent shrimp in a creamy garlic sauce served over velvety mashed potatoes, perfect for any occasion.
Ingrédients
Shrimp and Sauce Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined Approximately 450g
- 4 tbsp butter, divided Used in both the mashed potatoes and sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (for sauce)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 bunch Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Mashed Potatoes Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled & chunked
- ½ cup heavy cream (for mashed potatoes)
- ¼ cup milk (for mashed potatoes)
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Ensure your shrimp are peeled and deveined.
- Chop your potatoes into even chunks for uniform cooking.
Cooking the Potatoes
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Once boiling, add the chunked potatoes.
- Cook potatoes for about 15 minutes until fork-tender.
Making Mashed Potatoes
- Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter, ½ cup of heavy cream, and ¼ cup of milk.
- Mash until smooth, seasoning with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
Cooking the Shrimp
- In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Set aside on a plate.
Making the Sauce
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of chicken broth.
- Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Mix in ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Combining Ingredients
- Return cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing them in the sauce for 1 minute.
Serving
- On each plate, serve a generous portion of creamy mashed potatoes.
- Top with shrimp and sauce, garnishing with fresh parsley.
Notes
For best results, use fresh shrimp and adjust seasoning to taste. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days.