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Creamy Garlic Seafood

Indulge in this rich and luscious Creamy Garlic Seafood dish, perfect for impressing loved ones without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound scallops Can be substituted with other seafood like crabmeat or mussels.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing seafood.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for lighter option.
  • 1 cup chicken or seafood broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: a pinch of red pepper flakes For added spice.

Method
 

Cooking the Seafood
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the shrimp and scallops, seasoning them with salt and pepper.
  3. Sauté until they’re pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook.
Making the Sauce
  1. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  4. If desired, sprinkle in red pepper flakes.
Finishing Touches
  1. Return the sautéed seafood to the skillet, coating in the cream sauce.
  2. Simmer everything together for another minute or two.
  3. Serve over pasta, rice, or a green salad, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Make it your own by substituting seafood as desired. For lumpy sauce, whisk well. Great for leftovers — add broth or cream when reheating.