Prosecco Butter Poached Shrimp: A Decadent 30-Minute Delight

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Prosecco Butter Poached Shrimp, ready in under 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound Large Shrimp peeled and deveined

For the Sauce

1 cup Prosecco or dry white wine
4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter can reduce or swap with olive oil
3 cloves Garlic minced
1 medium Shallot finely chopped; can substitute with onion
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice from half a lemon
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped for garnish
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For Serving

to taste Crusty Bread or Pasta

Equipment

Large sauté pan

Method

Directions

In a large sauté pan, combine 1 cup of Prosecco, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 finely chopped shallot. Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter until completely melted and emulsified.
Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined large shrimp. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until opaque and pink.
Stir in the juice of half a fresh lemon and a generous handful of chopped parsley.
Serve immediately over cooked pasta or with crusty bread, ladle the buttery sauce over the shrimp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor. Fresh lemon juice is essential for brightness. Serve with crusty bread or pasta to soak up the sauce.

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