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Creamy Garlic Shrimp and Mussels

Creamy Garlic Shrimp and Mussels for a Cozy Dinner Night

This Creamy Garlic Shrimp and Mussels recipe is simple yet impressive, perfect for cozy dinner nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh or well-thawed frozen
  • 1 pound Mussels Cleaned and fresh
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic recommended
  • ½ cup White Wine Drinkable wine or broth for non-alcoholic
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with coconut cream
For Freshness and Garnish
  • ½ tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Can omit if unavailable
For Seasoning
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by rinsing the mussels under cold water and discarding any that remain open after tapping. Peel and devein the shrimp.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the white wine, stir, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add cleaned mussels to the skillet, cover, and steam for about 5 minutes until they open.
  5. Fold in the shrimp, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  6. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream, and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  7. Squeeze in lemon juice, add zest, chopped parsley, and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve immediately, garnishing with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Best served immediately with crusty bread or over pasta.

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