Description
Shrimp and Mussels in Creamy Garlic Sauce is a delightful seafood dish that combines tender shrimp and mussels in a rich and flavorful garlic cream sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Fresh crusty bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Clean and devein the shrimp and mussels. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it’s bubbly.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the dry white wine and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off.
- Introduce the shrimp and mussels into the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mussels open and the shrimp are pink.
- Once the seafood is cooked, reduce the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir until well combined and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the dish, mixing well. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley and optional red pepper flakes for some added heat.
- Serve the dish warm with fresh crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
Notes
- Ensure the mussels are fresh and discard any that do not open during cooking.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and seasoning based on your preference.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg