Creamy Sauce for Crab or Shrimp
Elevate your seafood dishes with this luscious and flavorful Creamy Sauce for Crab or Shrimp. Silky smooth and perfectly balanced, this rich sauce starts with a base of melted butter and sautéed garlic, enhanced by the luxurious combination of heavy cream, milk, and Parmesan cheese. A hint of lemon juice adds brightness, while a touch of paprika and optional cayenne pepper bring just the right amount of warmth. Finished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this versatile sauce is perfect for drizzling over succulent crab legs or plump shrimp, or serving as an irresistible dipping sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick and easy way to elevate your seafood spread. Perfect for family dinners, festive gatherings, or an indulgent treat at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Sprinkle the flour into the saucepan and whisk continuously for 1 minute to cook the raw taste out of the flour.
Gradually pour in the heavy cream and milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.
Serve warm over your favorite crab or shrimp dish, or use it as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.0 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.6 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 353 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 1996 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.1 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 630 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 334 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
