Gourmet Creamy Herb Shrimp
A smooth and comforting recipe that elevates shrimp in a creamy sauce scented with fresh herbs. Ready in under 30 minutes, it charms with its simplicity and natural refinement. Perfect for a weekend meal that impresses without the effort.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 1.1 lbs peeled shrimp (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 7 fl oz heavy cream or crème fraîche
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 bunch fresh chives, snipped
- 1 pinch Espelette pepper or cayenne pepper (optional)
- Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups basmati rice (for serving)
- Shoestring potatoes (portion to taste, ready to fry)
- 1 lemon (juice, for the finishing touch)
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- 1
Prepare all ingredients: finely chop the onion and garlic, snip the fresh herbs, and ensure the shrimp are well-drained and patted dry with paper towels to prevent excess water during cooking.
- 2
Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet or sauté pan. Sauté the onion for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent and lightly golden.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring to prevent burning.
- 4
Increase the heat slightly and add the shrimp in a single layer. Season with salt, pepper, and an optional pinch of Espelette pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and opaque, turning halfway through.
- 5
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Mix gently to coat all the shrimp. Let simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 6
Add the chopped fresh herbs (parsley and chives), then adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Squeeze a splash of lemon juice to balance the richness of the cream.
- 7
While the sauce is cooking, prepare the basmati rice according to package instructions (about 12 minutes in boiling salted water) for fluffy, fragrant rice.
- 8
Serve the creamy shrimp hot over the white rice, accompanied by crispy shoestring potatoes on the side. Garnish with a few extra fresh herbs.
💡 Chef's Tip
The secret to a perfect creamy sauce: never boil the heavy cream over high heat, or it will separate and become grainy. Always keep the heat low after adding it. For even more flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of dry white wine before adding the cream—this adds a light acidity that enhances the entire dish.
