Description
Shrimp and Creamed Corn is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp with creamy, sweet corn for a comforting and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink.
- Stir in the corn kernels and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- This dish pairs well with rice or crusty bread.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg