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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Bowls

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Bowls: A Cozy Delight

A delicious recipe for Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice Bowls, perfect for a satisfying yet elegant meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Ingredients
  • 1.5 lb Shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed Choose wild-caught or sustainably farmed shrimp.
  • 4 Tbsp Butter, unsalted Adds richness and depth to the sauce.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended for the best taste.
  • 0.75 cup Heavy Cream Creates a creamy texture; can swap for coconut cream.
  • 0.33 cup Fresh Parsley, finely chopped Adds freshness and color.
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Dill, chopped Can be swapped with cilantro or omitted.
  • 3 cups Cooked Jasmine or Basmati Rice Cauliflower rice offers a low-carb alternative.
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil Used for sautéing.
  • 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice, fresh Can substitute with lime juice.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust based on personal preference.
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper, freshly ground Experiment with different types of pepper.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Mix cooked rice with parsley, dill, salt, and olive oil in a bowl. Keep warm.
  2. In a skillet, melt 2 Tbsp butter and olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add seasoned shrimp in a single layer, cook until opaque and pink. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Lower heat, add remaining butter, then heavy cream. Simmer, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Return shrimp to skillet, stir in herbs and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning.
  6. Serve the shrimp mixture over rice, drizzling with sauce, and garnish with herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh or frozen shrimp. Adjust garlic sautéing time to avoid bitterness and ensure shrimp are cooked without overcrowding the pan.

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