Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Bowl (Print Version)
Juicy shrimp in creamy garlic butter sauce atop herb rice, finished with fresh lemon zest and parsley.
# Ingredients:
→ Herb Rice
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480 ml low-sodium chicken broth or water
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240 g long-grain white rice or jasmine rice
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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15 g unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
→ Garlic Butter Shrimp
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450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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45 g unsalted butter
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5 garlic cloves, finely minced
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0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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120 ml heavy cream or half-and-half
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25 g grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish
# Instructions:
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Combine broth, rice, salt, and butter in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, fluff the rice with a fork, and gently fold in chopped parsley and lemon zest. Cover to keep warm.
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Pat shrimp thoroughly dry using paper towels. Evenly sprinkle with salt and black pepper on both sides to maximize searing.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for approximately 2 minutes per side until just opaque and lightly golden. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
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Reduce skillet heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
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Return seared shrimp and accumulated juices to the skillet. Stir to coat thoroughly in the sauce. Remove from heat, add lemon juice and fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
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Distribute herb rice evenly into serving bowls. Top with garlic butter shrimp and spoon extra sauce over rice. Garnish with additional parsley and serve immediately, providing lemon wedges if desired.
# Notes:
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For optimum flavor, use both broth and water in the rice. Fresh parsley and lemon zest elevate the rice’s aroma, while finishing shrimp off the heat keeps them tender.