Creamy Tuscan Shrimp
Creamy Tuscan Shrimp is a quick and delicious seafood dish inspired by Mediterranean flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this restaurant-quality meal features a rich, creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, spinach, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it’s easy to prepare and full of vibrant flavors.
Equipment
- Large non-stick skillet (12-inch recommended)
- Wooden spoon
- Tongs
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sharp chef's knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in spinach and parmesan cheese until combined and the spinach wilts.
- Return shrimp to the skillet and mix well. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve immediately.
Notes
Use wild-caught shrimp for the best flavor.
For a keto version, replace sun-dried tomatoes with roasted red peppers.
Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 30gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg
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