Shrimp with Green Garlic Sauce
Transform your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Shrimp with Green Garlic Sauce, a simple yet sophisticated dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Tender, pan-seared shrimp are coated in a velvety, herbaceous sauce made with fresh green garlic, parsley, cilantro, and a pop of lemon juice for brightness. For added complexity, a splash of white wine and a pinch of red pepper flakes bring depth and a subtle kick. Whether served over pasta, paired with steamed rice, or soaked up with crusty bread, this restaurant-quality recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a show-stopping centerpiece at a dinner party. Packed with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, it offers the perfect balance of savory, zesty, and slightly spicy notes, appealing to both seafood lovers and garlic enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 stalks green garlic (or substitute with garlic scapes)
- 0.5 cup parsley (fresh)
- 0.25 cup cilantro (fresh)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp white wine (optional)
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season them with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer (do this in batches if necessary) and cook for 2 minutes per side, until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter. Once melted, add the chopped green garlic (or garlic scapes) and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and tender.
Add the parsley, cilantro, and a pinch of salt to a blender or food processor. Pour in the cooked green garlic, lemon juice, and optional white wine. Blend until smooth, adding a splash of water if needed to adjust the consistency.
Return the skillet to medium heat and pour the green garlic sauce into the pan. Stir in the red pepper flakes and check for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper as needed.
Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and toss to coat in the green garlic sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure the shrimp are warmed through.
Serve immediately with crusty bread, over pasta, or alongside steamed rice. Garnish with extra parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1039 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 923 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 3130 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 116.4 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 711 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 3028 mg | 64% | |
*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.
