Here’s a rich and flavorful Tuscan Shrimp recipe — tender shrimp in a creamy garlic-tomato sauce with spinach and Parmesan.
🍤 Tuscan Shrimp
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped for garnish
- Cooked pasta, rice, or crusty bread, for serving
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Shrimp
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
2️⃣ Make the Sauce
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan, simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
3️⃣ Add Spinach and Shrimp
- Add fresh spinach to the sauce and cook until wilted.
- Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
4️⃣ Serve
- Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley.
🔥 Tips & Variations
- Extra flavor: Add a splash of white wine when sautéing garlic and tomatoes.
- Spicy twist: Increase crushed red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne.
- Cheesy boost: Sprinkle extra Parmesan on top before serving.
- Cream alternative: Use half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Vegetable add-ins: Mushrooms, zucchini, or roasted red peppers work well.
I can also provide a restaurant-style Tuscan Shrimp recipe with perfectly seared shrimp, rich creamy sauce, fresh herbs, and a bright, vibrant flavor that’s perfect for an elegant dinner.
