Shrimp Medley with Saffron Sauce
Dive into the luxurious flavors of the sea with this Shrimp Medley with Saffron Sauce, a quick yet elegant dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Succulent shrimp are seasoned with a hint of paprika, then delicately seared to perfection. They're paired with a velvety saffron-infused cream sauce, made rich with white wine, garlic, and a touch of butter—creating an exquisite balance of flavors. Fragrant saffron threads add an aromatic and golden hue, elevating the dish to gourmet status. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is as impressive as it is simple to make. Serve it with a garnish of fresh parsley and lemon wedges for a fresh, zesty finish. Ideal alongside crusty bread, rice, or pasta, this shrimp recipe is a seafood lover's dream come true! Keywords: shrimp recipe, saffron sauce, seafood dinner, quick and easy, gourmet shrimp recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 piece small onion (finely chopped)
- 120 milliliters dry white wine
- 180 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 pinch saffron threads
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt, pepper, and paprika.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter. Heat until the butter is melted.
Add the onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Pour in the white wine and deglaze the skillet by scraping up any browned bits on the bottom. Let the wine simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and saffron threads. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Stir to coat the shrimp in the saffron sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.9 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.9 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1156 mg | 386% | |
| Sodium | 3380 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 121.7 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1582 mg | 34% | |
*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.
