Description
Discover a quick and comforting Garlic Shrimp with Mashed Potatoes recipe that combines succulent shrimp sautéed in aromatic garlic butter with creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish offers rich, satisfying flavors with simple ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights or a delicious family dinner.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp butter (or olive oil for a healthier version)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Mashed Potatoes
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 tbsp butter (or olive oil for a dairy-free option)
- 1/2 cup warm milk or cream (or coconut/almond milk for dairy-free)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into evenly sized chunks. Boil them in salted water for about 15 minutes or until tender. Drain thoroughly, then mash the potatoes with butter, warm milk or cream, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Set aside and keep warm.
- Cook the garlic shrimp: While the potatoes cook, heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Finish by squeezing fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and stirring in chopped parsley.
- Combine and serve: Plate a generous scoop of mashed potatoes and top with the garlic shrimp. Spoon any extra garlic butter sauce from the pan over the dish. Garnish with additional parsley or a lemon wedge as desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose fresh or high-quality frozen shrimp for best flavor.
- Do not overcook shrimp to avoid a rubbery texture; remove from heat as soon as they turn pink.
- Use warm milk to keep mashed potatoes creamy and smooth.
- Use room temperature butter to ensure smooth incorporation into mash and sauce.
- Boil potatoes ahead of time to save time during meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
Keywords: garlic shrimp, mashed potatoes, quick dinner, weeknight meal, easy recipe, creamy potatoes, garlic butter shrimp
