FIRECRACKER SHRIMP

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Makes a great spicy dish to serve over rice or pasta. Can explode with spice if you like it, but adjust the heat to your taste. So easy and quick to prepare, and tastes like you put so much more effort into it.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 22m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2-1 teaspoon creole seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 scallion, finely sliced
1 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons lemon juice
hot cooked rice or pasta

Steps:

  • Sprinkle shrimp with creole seasoning, salt, pepper and cayenne.
  • Cook shrimp in olive oil in a hot skillet just until pink and curled, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and green onions and cook until fragrant.
  • Stir in the whipping cream and cook until dish is warmed, stirring frequently.
  • Mix in parsley and lemon juice just before serving.
  • Serve over pasta or hot cooked rice, if desired.

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