How to Make Shrimp in Garlic Cream Sauce over Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp in Garlic Cream Sauce over Rice is a luxurious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special dinner or a date night at home. The combination of succulent shrimp, rich and creamy sauce, and fragrant garlic served over a bed of fluffy white rice is sure to impress anyone who tries it.

This recipe is incredibly easy to make and comes together in less than 30 minutes, making it a great option for a quick and delicious meal. The creamy sauce infused with garlic and a hint of whit...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 pounds small raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup sherry
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (such as Tabasco®)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch paprika

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Prepare rice: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté onion, celery, and garlic until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add rice and cook, stirring frequently, until toasted, about 5 minutes. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid.
  • Prepare shrimp: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until aromatic, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add shrimp, lemon juice, sherry, and hot sauce. Cook until shrimp turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in cream and heat through, but do not bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon shrimp and cream sauce over the rice. Sprinkle with paprika and serve.
  • Nutrition

    837 cal.

    • Total Fat: 51g
    • Saturated Fat: 29g
    • Cholesterol: 488mg
    • Sodium: 1079mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 43g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 134mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 517mg