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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes for Ultimate Comfort

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes is a comforting dish that combines succulent shrimp and rich, buttery mashed potatoes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes or Russets are preferred
  • 4 tablespoons butter use vegan butter for a plant-based alternative
  • 1 cup milk warm; plant-based options like almond or oat milk work too
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp or frozen if properly thawed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika can add an interesting twist
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder substitute with fresh garlic for a bolder taste
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream omit for a vegan version
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese nutritional yeast is a great vegan substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • potato masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and cube the Yukon Gold potatoes, place them in a large pot of salted water, and bring to a boil.
  2. Cook the potatoes for about 15 minutes until fork-tender, then drain and add butter and warm milk, mashing until smooth.
  3. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp, then toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until coated.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add seasoned shrimp, and sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  5. In the same skillet, lower the heat and add butter, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute, then add heavy cream.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese and Dijon mustard, simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened, adjusting with milk if necessary.
  7. To serve, spoon mashed potatoes on plates, top with shrimp, and drizzle creamy sauce over the dish. Garnish with fresh thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use warmed milk for mashed potatoes to ensure a smooth texture. Avoid overcrowding the skillet when cooking shrimp.

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