Prosecco Butter Poached Shrimp: Effortless Elegance in 30 Minutes

Prosecco Butter Poached Shrimp is a luxurious, gluten-free seafood dish ready in under 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

For the Sauce

1 cup Prosecco or any dry white wine
4 tablespoons unsalted butter cubed
2 cloves garlic minced
1 medium shallot finely chopped
to taste pinch red pepper flakes optional
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

For Serving

as desired crusty bread
as desired pasta for serving

Equipment

large sauté pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large sauté pan, combine Prosecco, minced garlic, and finely chopped shallot over medium heat. Stir gently and bring to a gentle simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the cubed unsalted butter into the simmering Prosecco mixture, cooking over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes.
Add the peeled and deveined large shrimp, season lightly with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley, gently tossing the shrimp to coat.
Serve immediately over pasta or with crusty bread, garnished with additional parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day.

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