There’s something about this shrimp dish that hits differently. Maybe it’s the garlicky cream sauce clinging to every bite, or the way the shrimp turns silky in the butter. Hard to tell. But once it lands on your plate, you're hooked.
People toss around words like “keto-friendly” and “low-carb luxury” like they're trying to sell you something, but this one actually delivers. Whether you want it spooned over pasta, nestled on a bed of wilted greens, or eaten straight out of the pan (no judgment), creamy garlic butter Tuscan shrimp makes an impression. And it’s done before your favorite playlist even finishes.
Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled, tails off, veins gone
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped fine
- A handful of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 2 packed cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian herb blend
- Salt, pepper — taste and trust your gut
- 1 tablespoon butter
- If you're feeling bold — red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preparation
Start by seasoning the shrimp like you mean it — salt, pepper, nothing fancy. Heat the olive oil in a big pan, medium heat, nothing too aggressive. Toss in the shrimp. Flip once, cook till pink and just curled. Don’t crowd the pan. Take them out once they’re done.
Now, without wiping out the pan (flavor alert), melt the butter. Garlic goes in next. Let it bloom, but don’t brown it. No one likes bitter garlic.
Cooking
Drop the tomatoes in. Let them soften up, and give a little juice. Cream joins the party. Stir gently, don’t rush it. When the sauce starts to thicken a bit, drop in Parmesan. Let it melt slowly.
Add the herbs. Toss in the spinach — it’ll wilt in seconds. Keep the heat on low, let everything marry.
Now, the shrimp comes back. Stir them in so they soak up all that saucy love. Let it bubble for another minute or two, nothing more.
Serving
This saucy Tuscan butter shrimp doesn’t need much. But if you’re hungry for ideas:
- Spiralized zucchini if carbs scare you
- Crusty sourdough if they don’t
- Over a scoop of mashed cauliflower for something cozy
Nutritional Value Per One Serving
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 410
- Total Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 225mg
- Sodium: 680mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 7g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 28g
Tips and Variations
If you’ve got the basics down, try twisting it:
- Switch the protein – Use boneless chicken or even scallops
- Change the base – Cauliflower rice, couscous, or straight from the spoon
- Up the heat – More chili flakes, or a splash of chili oil
Want to prep ahead? Cook the sauce, chill it, and reheat gently with shrimp just before dinner. The sauce stays rich if you warm it slowly.
Conclusion
You’ll make this once, and then again next week. Something about it just sticks. That balance between bold and creamy, shrimp and garlic, easy and impressive. You won’t even need a reason — just a pan, a few ingredients, and maybe a glass of wine to keep you company while it simmers.
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