Ingredients
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- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen flavor.
- Add crushed tomatoes, paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and blend well with the tomato base.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 3–4 minutes, flipping halfway, until pink and cooked through.
- Squeeze in lemon juice and sprinkle with parsley.
- Serve warm over pasta, rice, or with bread.
Notes
- Use heavy cream to prevent curdling and ensure a smooth sauce.
- Don’t overcook the shrimp—they only need a few minutes.
- Customize spice by adjusting the chili flakes to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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