Shrimp in Salsa Verde Recipe

Name: Shrimp in Salsa Verde
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh shrimp; 4 tablespoons clarified butter; 2 cloves garlic (or more if desired), cut into slices; 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 2 tablespoons flour; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; ⅛ teaspoon white pepper; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup dry white wine

Servings: persons

1
Shell and devein shrimp.
2
Melt clarified butter in a large skillet over low heat and saute garlic until golden brown.
3
Remove garlic and mash to a pulp with parsley and salt.
4
Add flour, ginger and white pepper and mix to a smooth paste.
5
Reserve.
6
Reheat the clarified butter in the skillet until very hot and saute the shrimp for about 1 minute or until they turn opaque.
7
Remove and reserve.
8
Return garlic-parsley mixture to skillet, mix with butter remaining in skillet, add cream and water and bring to the boil, stirring constantly to thicken.
9
Add white wine and bring to boil.
10
Return shrimp to mixture to reheat briefly.
11
Do not boil.
12
Check seasonings and serve immediately over rice or small pasta.

305

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound fresh shrimp, 4 tablespoons clarified butter, 2 cloves garlic (or more if desired), cut into slices, 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Shrimp in Salsa Verde falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp in Salsa Verde

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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