Description
Quick Tuscan shrimp recipe delivers creamy, herb-infused seafood perfection with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Garlic and parmesan create rich Mediterranean flavors that home cooks will savor alongside crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 grams) raw shrimp (large, peeled, and deveined)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz (113 grams) fresh spinach
- 14 oz (397 grams) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 4 oz (113 grams) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning (mix of thyme, basil, oregano, rosemary)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp coarse black pepper
- Additional smoked paprika to taste
- Additional salt to taste
Instructions
- Seasoning Preparation: Craft a robust spice blend using smoked paprika, Italian herbs, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, thoroughly coating the shrimp.
- Skillet Activation: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, creating an ideal searing environment for the seafood.
- Protein Caramelization: Introduce minced garlic and seasoned shrimp simultaneously, allowing both to develop a golden-brown crust for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to a separate plate.
- Vegetable Infusion: In the same skillet, rapidly sauté sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke pieces, then fold in fresh spinach leaves until they wilt and create a vibrant base.
- Sauce Development: Stream heavy cream into the skillet, sprinkle additional smoked paprika, and reduce heat to allow the sauce to thicken and marry flavors for approximately one minute.
- Final Integration: Return shrimp to the skillet, gently coating each piece in the creamy sauce, and continue simmering until protein is thoroughly heated and sauce reaches perfect consistency.
Notes
- Optimize Seasoning Blend: Mix spices thoroughly before coating shrimp to ensure even flavor distribution and maximum taste penetration.
- Control Cooking Temperature: Maintain medium-high heat to achieve perfect golden caramelization without burning delicate shrimp.
- Watch Seafood Timing: Sear shrimp precisely 2 minutes per side to prevent overcooking and maintain tender, juicy texture.
- Balance Sauce Consistency: Simmer cream sauce briefly to thicken without reducing too much, creating a silky smooth coating for ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 476
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 37 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 239 mg