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Shrimp and Mussels in Creamy Garlic Sauce

Shrimp and Mussels in Creamy Garlic Sauce for Ultimate Comfort

Indulge in Shrimp and Mussels in Creamy Garlic Sauce, a rich and savory seafood dish that’s both comforting and quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound mussels cleaned
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup white wine dry
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half/coconut cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

How to Make Shrimp and Mussels in Creamy Garlic Sauce
  1. Clean the mussels by rinsing them under running water and discarding any that don’t close when tapped.
  2. If shrimp isn’t prepped, peel and devein it.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for a few minutes.
  6. Add cleaned mussels and cover the skillet to steam for about 5 minutes.
  7. Fold in shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  8. Lower the heat, stir in the heavy cream, and let it simmer.
  9. Finish with lemon juice, zest, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
  10. Serve immediately, optionally with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 29gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh seafood and avoid overcooking the shrimp.

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