Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl with Creamy Herb Rice is a delightful dish that elevates your dinner experience with its rich flavors and vibrant presentation. Juicy shrimp sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce are served over creamy, herb-infused rice, creating a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This recipe is not just a feast for the senses; it’s a quick culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: Rinse 1 cup of long-grain rice until clear. Combine with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 18-20 minutes until water is absorbed.
- Make the creamy sauce: In a skillet, melt 3 tbsp of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream until slightly thickened, then mix in chopped parsley, dill, and lemon juice.
- Cook the shrimp: In another skillet, melt an additional tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook for about 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Combine: Fluff cooked rice with a fork and pour creamy sauce over it. Gently mix in the shrimp.
- Serve: Plate generous portions of creamy herb rice topped with buttery garlic shrimp. Garnish with extra herbs or lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg