Description
A rich and satisfying shrimp bowl made with seared shrimp in creamy garlic butter sauce, served over fragrant herb rice. This easy dinner is packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights or elegant weekends.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
3 cups cooked herb rice (seasoned with parsley, dill, or basil)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
2. Add shrimp in a single layer. Season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Sear the shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and slightly charred. Remove and set aside.
4. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter to the same pan.
5. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Pour in heavy cream and stir into garlic butter. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
7. Add lemon juice and season with more salt if needed.
8. Return shrimp to skillet and coat with the sauce. Simmer for 1-2 minutes.
9. Serve over cooked herb rice.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley and an optional extra squeeze of lemon.
Notes
Pat shrimp dry before cooking to help them sear properly.
Don’t overcook the shrimp—they only need about 1–2 minutes per side.
Use fresh herbs in the rice for the most vibrant flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: creamy shrimp, garlic butter shrimp, shrimp rice bowl